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Rep. Barbara Hernandez Backs Measure to Cut Costs, Eliminate State Grocery Tax

Aug 9, 2024 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. — A measure eliminating the state grocery tax and cutting costs on essential purchases that was backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was signed into law onMonday. “Nearly every person in our community depends on regular trips to grocery...

Thursday: Hoffman to Visit Cambridge House, Highlight Personal Needs Allowance Increase

Aug 9, 2024 | Hoffman

SWANSEA, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, will join state Sen. Christopher Belt, D- Swansea, and state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, in a visit to Cambridge House of SwanseaThursday at 2 p.m. to highlight legislative efforts to support older adults –...

Mason Champions Safety for Children in the Workplace

Aug 9, 2024 | Mason

GURNEE, Ill. – A new measure backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, will create new child labor protections to keep children safe and free from exploitation in the workplace, and was signed into law recently. “Whether it’s a summer job at a grocery store or a...

Jiménez Expands Flood, Natural Disaster Assistance to Eligible Homeowners under New Law

Aug 8, 2024 | Jimenez

CHICAGO – Following record storms and flood damage affecting families in her community, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, made it easier for homeowners to access low-interest loans to address and prevent damage from flooding and other natural disasters. “Last...

Gill to Host IDFPR ‘On the Spot’ Professional License Application Assistance Event

Jul 31, 2024 | Gill

CHICAGO – To help local residents with their licensing applications with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, will host an IDFPR “On the Spot” licensing assistance event at her district office on...

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