Apr 15, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices. “Every...
Apr 8, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- Working to reduce the spread of inaccurate health information, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is backing new legislation that would establish an expert team under the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to monitor and counter...
Mar 26, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With uncertainty surrounding new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) rules, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar is looking to deliver emergency relief payments to qualified low-income families that have been denied, terminated or face...
Mar 16, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to cut back on hidden fees targeting taxpayers, state Rep. Dagmara ‘Dee’ Avelar, D-Romeoville, is supporting legislation that would prohibit income tax returners from charging a separate fee for returns filed electronically. ...
Mar 13, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- In an effort to improve transparency for prospective homebuyers, state Rep. Dagmara ‘Dee’ Avelar, D-Romeoville, has introduced new legislation that would require sellers to include the known age of a property’s roof in the residential real property...
Mar 11, 2026 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is supporting legislation to provide extra support to seniors and other eligible adults who may be vulnerable to fraud or scammers. Financial institutions and their employees will be able to pause...