SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to expand options for people experiencing food insecurity spearheaded by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently became law in Illinois. “Far too many Illinoisans don’t have a place to prepare, store or cook food in order to receive...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently led panels on urban agriculture and cannabis legalization at the 34th annual legislative conference of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative (NOBEL) Women that was held in Chicago. “As a longtime...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, chairperson of the House Agriculture & Conservation Committee, recently joined members of the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) to celebrate Pork Day at the Capitol. “As chair of the Agriculture...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A criminal justice reform measure from State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, to set a limit on the time certain warrants can remain active recently advanced through the Illinois House to the desk of Governor J.B. Pritzker.“As a society, it’s...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the adjournment of the Illinois House on Friday, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting her agenda to build a stronger middle class in Illinois.“Throughout this session, I’ve worked with colleagues to build a stronger...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement on the passage of House Bill 1438, which legalizes adult-use recreational cannabis in Illinois:“I’m proud to have worked together with my Republican and Democratic colleagues to...