Dec 20, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – A measure to strengthen the upcoming elected school board for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker. “For far too long, students and parents in Chicago had a school...
Nov 9, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – As the open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance marketplace begins, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is encouraging local residents to review their options for health insurance. “The on-going COVID-19 pandemic has shown us...
Sep 10, 2021 | Buckner
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. —State Rep. Kam Buckner released the following statement after new bills reforming Government Ethics and Clean Energy passed out of the General Assembly as the Illinois House of Representatives wrapped up its Session on Thursday. Climate and...
Aug 30, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – South Side women will have access to more birthing options under new laws backed by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, to help reduce maternal mortality disparities. “The risk of dying from a pregnancy complication should not depend on where one lives or the...
Aug 18, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – To help develop policies and best practices for combatting human trafficking in Illinois, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, has been appointed to the newly created Human Trafficking Task Force. “Illinois is a national and international crossroads for goods...
Aug 13, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – A measure that enhances anti-discrimination measures and equal pay requirements sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. “No one should face discrimination in the workplace or lower wages because of...