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Harper Calls for Greater Equity, Reform at Statewide Town Hall

May 19, 2026 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the gathering of operators, advocates, farmers, regulators, and community members for a timely discussion titled “The State of Cannabis, Hemp & Equity in Illinois: Progress, Challenges & What Comes Next,” which examined the...

Harper Celebrates Successful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day

May 12, 2026 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, celebrated a successful and impactful 4th Annual Black Farmers & Growers Lobby Day at the Illinois State Capitol, where farmers, advocates, organizers, community leaders, youth activists, and...

Harper Measure Expands Opportunities for Emerging and Underserved Farmers in Illinois

Apr 21, 2026 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is celebrating a major step forward in supporting equitable growth in agriculture after her legislation to create a new grant program for emerging and socially disadvantaged farmers passed the...

Harper-Backed Measure to Review Barriers Facing Millions of Illinoisans with Criminal Records Passes House

Apr 17, 2026 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is working to address long-standing barriers faced by previously incarcerated individuals after legislation she co-sponsored to reduce obstacles for people with arrest or conviction records passed the...

Harper to Lead 4/20 Town Hall on Cannabis Equity in Illinois

Apr 17, 2026 | Harper, Uncategorized

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Amid ongoing questions about equity in Illinois’ cannabis industry, state Rep. Sonya Harper (D-Chicago) will host a virtual town hall on April 20, 2026, at 4:20 p.m. to assess progress, address challenges, and discuss the path forward. The...

Harper Highlights Comprehensive Food System and Agricultural Equity Agenda Ahead of Black Farmers and Growers Lobby Day

Apr 16, 2026 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of the 4th Annual Black Farmers and Growers Lobby Day on Wednesday, May 6, at the Illinois State Capitol Building, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting a comprehensive package of legislation aimed at strengthening...

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