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LaPointe, Morgan to Highlight Democratic Healthcare Access Accomplishments at Blue Room Press Conference

Apr 22, 2025 | LaPointe, Morgan

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe (D-Chicago) and state Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Highland) will host a press conference Friday highlighting House Democratic legislation improving healthcare quality and mental health access. The press conference will be held...

Manley Advances Bills Strengthening Nursing Home Safety, Consumer Protections for Seniors

Apr 22, 2025 | Manley

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Crucial emergency response for nursing homes may improve, thanks to legislation spearheaded by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, who passed a bill out of the House chamber Tuesday requiring long-term care facilities to have an automated external...

Jones-Backed Measure to Expand Healthcare Enrollment Opportunities for Qualified Illinoisans Passes House Vote

Apr 22, 2025 | Jones

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is expanding access to healthcare for people coping with economic uncertainty by passing legislation creating specialenrollment opportunities in Illinois’ healthcare marketplace. “Now more than...

Stuart Expands Paid Family Leave for Firefighters, Emergency Medical Workers

Apr 22, 2025 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is expanding paid family leave for firefighters and emergency medical professionals by passing a bill that provides six weeks of paid family leave for firefighters and emergency medical personnel at their...

Crawford Passes Measure Improving Ability for Parents to Advocate for Foster Children

Apr 22, 2025 | Crawford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, passed legislation on Thursday to create a bill of rights for birth parents seeking to reunite with their children. “The foster care system has its share of challenges, but with this legislation to empower...

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