Harper to Continue Advocating for Hair Diversity

CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is working to improve access to culturally appropriate and respectful haircare with new legislation that will train hairdressers to better tend to the needs of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. “When...

Harper-Sponsored Food Infrastructure Bill Becomes Law

CHICAGO IL.— State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is celebrating the signing of her bill to increase access to fresh foods in underserved areas. provide grants to businesses that function as local parts of Illinois’ food distribution network. “As we continue to...

Harper Issues Statement on Murder of Sonya Massey

CHICAGO — State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, released the following statement regarding the murder of Sonya Massey of Springfield: “Once again, a woman and a mother and a human being who should be alive is not—because a police deputy who swore an oath to protect the...