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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...

Avelar Bill Delivers Senior Property Tax Relief

Nov 6, 2025 | Avelar

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, announced the passage of legislation expanding property tax relief for seniors on fixed incomes—delivering on her commitment to help older residents stay in their homes and age with dignity. “When I...

Scherer Urges Federal Response as SNAP Benefits Face Shutdown

Oct 30, 2025 | Scherer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill- State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is urging federal leaders to act as Illinois families prepare for SNAP benefits to stop on November 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Thousands of households in Springfield, Decatur, and across...

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