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Stuart-Backed Bill Regulating Low-Speed Electric Bicycles Passes House

Apr 13, 2026 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, helped pass a bill allowing state entities to prohibit the use of low-speed electronic bicycles on any path within state jurisdiction, prioritizing the safety of both pedestrians and manual cyclists. “On a...

Manley Encourages Young Voter Participation, Backs Plan to Provide Registration Information for Qualified High Schoolers

Apr 13, 2026 | Manley

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Eligible graduating high school students would be provided the opportunity to register to vote by their school under a plan backed by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet. “It’s important for young people to be civically-engaged and able to vote so...

Blair-Sherlock Bill Concerning Overpayments Made to the Government Passes House

Apr 13, 2026 | Blair-Sherlock

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, introduced, sponsored and passed a bill ensuring overpayments made to a government entity are included in the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act (RUUPA), increasing government transparency and...

Canty Legislation Streamlining Veterans Affairs Hiring Practices Passes House

Apr 13, 2026 | Canty

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A measure carried by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, to streamline services and improve hiring practices in the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) passed the House last Wednesday. “Hiring requirements that are currently...

Deuter Launches District Advisory Council, Opens Applications

Apr 13, 2026 | Deuter

ELMHURST, Ill. – State Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, is preparing to launch the District Advisory Council (DAC) for Illinois House District 45, and invites community members to apply for volunteer positions on the council. The DAC will advise Deuter on state-level...

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