Lisa Hernandez Lauds New Law Eliminating Tax on Groceries

Aug 19, 2024 | Hernandez L

CICERO, Ill. – A measure backed by state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, which would cut costs at the grocery store and save taxpayers more money, was signed into law on Monday, Aug. 5. “Many in our community make regular, daily trips to the grocery store...

Canty Backs Measure to Cut Costs, Eliminate State Grocery Tax

Aug 6, 2024 | Canty

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — A measure eliminating the state grocery tax and cutting costs on essential purchases that was backed by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, was signed into law on Monday. “As our community continues to deal with high costs of...

Harper-Sponsored Food Infrastructure Bill Becomes Law

Aug 6, 2024 | Harper

CHICAGO IL.— State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is celebrating the signing of her bill to increase access to fresh foods in underserved areas. provide grants to businesses that function as local parts of Illinois’ food distribution network. “As we continue to...