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Hurley Bill to Extend “Age Out” Date for Special Education Students Signed into Law

Aug 3, 2021 | Hurley

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Special education students will be eligible to stay enrolled in education programs longer under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago that was recently signed into law by Gov. Pritzker. “I am extremely excited to see this...

Stuart Invites Residents to Donate to Back to School Drive

Aug 3, 2021 | Stuart

COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help families prepare for back-to-school season, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is collaborating with the Caseyville Public Library to collect school supplies. There will be a donation drop-off box at Stuart’s constituent services...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Pushes for Affordable Health Care, Mental Health Parity

Aug 2, 2021 | Hernandez B

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinoisans in need of medical assistance will see a wide variety of improvements following the passage of an expansive health care reform package backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora. “Accessible high-quality health care is a...

Collins–Backed Law to Crack Down on Gun Violence, Improve Community Safety

Aug 2, 2021 | Collins

CHICAGO – To crack down on the illegal sales of guns and keep Illinois families safer from gun violence, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, sponsored legislation to strengthen regulations on gun sales and increase funding for mental health programs in communities...

Vella Legislation Protecting Crime Victims Signed into Law

Aug 2, 2021 | Vella

ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to provide support to crime victims, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation that was signed into law last Friday by Gov. Pritzker that allows no-contact orders to become permanent against those convicted of a sex...

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