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Johnson Bill Strengthening Workers’ Rights for Individuals Without a Driver’s License Signed Into Law

Aug 20, 2026 | Johnson

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, led legislation now signed into law that strengthens worker rights by prohibiting employers from requiring that applicants have a driver’s license unless it’s necessary for the position. “There are a...

Hernandez Announces Library and Literacy Grant Dedicated to Morton College

Aug 13, 2026 | Hernandez L

CICERO, Ill. – As a result of the state budget championed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, Morton College has received an Adult Volunteer Literacy grant to better provide instruction for adults reading below a ninth-grade level or those...

Hoffman Targets Telecommunications Wire Thieves

Aug 13, 2026 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is targeting telecommunications wire thieves by restricting who can sell and purchase the wire, as well as banning cash purchases of $100 or more at recyclable metal dealers. “Telecommunications...

Stuart’s Servicemember Education Rights Veneration Act is Now Law

Aug 13, 2026 | Stuart

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, championed legislation to guarantee student service members could return to higher education after military service or deployment. The Servicemember Education Rights Veneration Act (SERVE Act), which...

Gordon-Booth Backed Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Act Signed into Law

Aug 13, 2026 | Gordon-Booth

PEORIA, Ill. — State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, supports a new bill encouraging and expanding access to youth civic engagement by requiring high schools to provide voter registration opportunities and information, inspired by the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse...

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