Avelar Responds to Federal Government Shutdown

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, released the following statement reflecting on the first day of the federal government shutdown: “Today is day one of the federal government shutdown, and while this creates uncertainty and concern for...

Avelar Hosts Free Community Shred Event

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, will host a free community shred event Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Lockport Township (1463 Farrel Road) in collaboration with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and the...

Avelar Bill Protecting Medication Abortion Access Now Law

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A new law passed Friday will protect Illinois women’s ability to safely order and access medication abortion, thanks to legislation headed by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, enhancing the state’s shield law to legalize prescribed...

Avelar Bill Expanding Skilled Workforce Opportunity Becomes Law

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — More skilled workforce opportunities will be available for those without high school diplomas, thanks to a new law headed by state Rep Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D- Bolingbrook, that fills critical job shortages while prioritizing work for those without...