CHICAGO – For Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, state Rep. Kam. Buckner, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to the importance of mammograms and the availability of free breast cancer screenings for women through the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH)...
CHICAGO – As economic obstacles still face many families and residents, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting utility relief programs made available in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Unfortunately, as the pandemic continues to be prevalent in our...
CHICAGO – With the application period now open, State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting the Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA). “Thousands of families are at risk of eviction because of economic...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting small business assistance available for businesses that suffered damage during civil unrest that occurred in response to the killing of George Floyd. “Coming on the heels of the economic crisis caused by the...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting contracting workshops for local businesses that wish to provide goods and services for Chicago’s city government. “Government at all levels should prioritize getting goods and services from local businesses,...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to the recent extension of the deadline for small businesses to apply for the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). “Economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is still hurting small...