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Delgado Calls on Federal Government to Keep Business Diversity Programs

May 28, 2024 | Delgado

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, encouraged the U.S. Department of Transportation to protect and expand partnerships with veteran-owned businesses, reflecting the success of Minority and Women-owned Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (M/W...

Hoffman Highlights Passage of Carbon Capture and Sequestration Legislation, Setting Up Regulatory Framework

May 25, 2024 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Serving as a lead negotiator, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, helped pave the way for an emerging industry by passing a framework Saturday to allow the underground storage of carbon dioxide in Illinois – a process known as carbon capture and...

Guerrero-Cuellar Advances Legislation Expanding Access to Mental Health Professionals for First Responders and Veterans

May 24, 2024 | Guerrero-Cuellar

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, is expanding career opportunities for mental health professionals by passing legislation eliminating non-compete agreements for those who serve veterans and first responders. Guerrero-Cuellar...

Kifowit Advances Bill to Aid Disabled Veterans with Home Modifications

May 24, 2024 | Kifowit

Springfield, Ill – State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) is proud to announce the passage of groundbreaking legislation aimed at easing the financial burden on disabled Veterans who need to modify their homes to accommodate their disabilities. Senate...

Andrade, Rashid Pass Bill Cracking Down on AI-Based Discrimination

May 24, 2024 | Rashid

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, and state Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, passed legislation Friday to prohibit AI-based discrimination in employment, ensuring Illinois companies remain transparent in hiring practices. “With its...

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