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Crawford Backs Measure Fully Funding and Reforming Public Transit

Nov 7, 2025 | Crawford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, helped pass a transformative public transit plan that will improve the rider experience for millions across Chicagoland. “Many in my community depend on reliable, safe and efficient public transit for...

Lisa Hernandez Passes Cost-Saving Utilities, Protects Taxpayer Dollars

Nov 7, 2025 | Hernandez L

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed reforms last Wednesday that seek to bring down home energy bills. “Creating a high-tech economy that...

Hernandez-Backed Transit Package Streamlines, Grows and Reforms Public Transit

Nov 6, 2025 | Hernandez B

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, aided in the passage of a major transit reform package through the House last week to restructure Illinois’ transit and prioritize safety, reliability, and responsible governance. “We are going to give...

Mayfield Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of-Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process

Nov 6, 2025 | Mayfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D- Waukegan, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life...

Crawford Expands Sealing of Records for System-Involved Individuals

Nov 6, 2025 | Crawford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, helped pass a measure last Thursday to build on previous work to automatically seal the records of certain qualifying, formerly-incarcerated individuals. House Bill 1836 clarifies records ineligible for sealing...

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