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Vella Bill Aimed at Shifting Juvenile Focus Towards Rehabilitation Now Law

Aug 25, 2026 | Vella

LOVES PARK, Ill. — Legislation that would change how Illinois courts sentence younger teens to focus more on youth rehabilitation over punishment is now law thanks to the work of state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park. “Harsh, life-changing punishments should not be the...

Gordon-Booth Celebrates Peoria Receiving Nearly $150k in Adult Volunteer Literacy Grants

Aug 20, 2026 | Gordon-Booth

PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is congratulating the Neighborhood House Association and Peoria County Regional Office of Education #48 on receiving library grants to expand their adult literacy programs. “Adult volunteer literacy programs are...

Stuart Champions Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act

Aug 20, 2026 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Chair of the House Higher Education Committee, former teacher and lifelong advocate for higher education, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting the rights and...

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...

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