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LaPointe and Pacione-Zayas’ “Too Young to Test” Bill Now Law

May 16, 2022 | LaPointe

CHICAGO – The State of Illinois will be prohibited from financially supporting standardized tests for young students under a new law spearheaded by state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, and state Sen. Cristina Pacione-Zayas, D-Chicago. “Formal testing procedures do...

Lilly-led Measure to Support Veterans Signed by Governor

May 16, 2022 | Lilly

CHICAGO, Ill. – Legislation to analyze and research field services for the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA), introduced by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker Friday. “Illinois veterans have made incredible...

Collins Bills to Crack Down on Lead Poisoning, Cut Property Tax Red Tape, Protect Workers Rights, All Signed Into Law

May 16, 2022 | Collins

CHICAGO – On Friday, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, had numerous bills signed into law by Gov. Pritzker, including measures to crack down on lead poisoning, cut red tape surrounding property taxes for property held by the Cook County Land Bank Authority and...

Hoffman Highlights Economic Relief for Families in Passed Budget Package

May 13, 2022 | Hoffman

BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting passage of a responsible state budget that invests in critical services, improves the state’s financial outlook and provides needed relief to families – including direct checks to residents and...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Holding Animal Shelter Donation Drive

May 12, 2022 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her commitment to community engagement and animal rights, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding an Animal Shelter Donation Drive from May 9th through May 31st. Drop off locations are at her office at 540 W. Galena in Aurora and...

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