May 7, 2024 | Avelar
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is advancing legislation to require that insurance companies cover the cost of wigs and scalp prosthesis for those battling or recovering from cancer and other serious medical conditions resulting in...
Apr 18, 2024 | Avelar
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $90 billion per year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices....
Apr 18, 2024 | Avelar
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — Working to expand access to better and more affordable healthcare coverage for Illinois families, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is backing a new measure aimed to reduce costs and hold big insurance companies accountable. “We all...
Apr 9, 2024 | Avelar
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — A new bill being advanced by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, would ensure workers have greater access to important employment and payroll documents that may be necessary to secure housing, resolve tax issues, and more. “All...
Apr 4, 2024 | Avelar
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to expand access to on-campus health screenings for students by passing new legislation through a House committee that would require insurance to cover care at school-based health centers...
Mar 20, 2024 | Avelar
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to make internet access more affordable with new legislation slashing cable and video provider charges for internet service customers. “Internet services should be affordable and accessible...