Chung Focuses on Constituent Requested Legislation

Aug 6, 2026 | Chung

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, sponsored and advocated for legislation brought to her by constituents in this legislative session, from backing nurses to public media employees. “One of the best parts of being a State Representative is the...

Vella Bill to Ease Teacher Shortage Now Law

Jul 23, 2026 | Vella

LOVES PARK, Ill. — A measure helping Stateline school districts save millions of dollars by preventing ongoing teacher shortages and fairly compensating overtime hours is now law, due to the work of state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park. “It’s essential for our...

Hernandez Announces Local Capital Funding Projects

Jul 22, 2026 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill.— State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is applauding more than $1 million in investments designed to support local communities. “I’m excited to announce our communities will receive capital funding that’ll continue to invest in the future of our...

Vella Announces Free Chicagoland Museum Experience Program

Jul 9, 2026 | Vella

LOVES PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park, is helping local families reduce the cost of enriching summer activities by promoting a free program, Museums in the Park, that provides free admission to visit Illinois museums.  “Traveling to and from the...