Harper Sponsors Bill to Raise Age to Buy Tobacco to 21

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her fight to protect the health of teenagers, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation to increase the age to buy cigarettes and other tobacco products from 18 to 21.   “Young people aggressively targeted by big...

Harper Highlights New Law Cracking Down on Gun Dealers

CHICAGO – Fighting back against gun violence and cracking down on gun dealers, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting new gun safety measures that are now law.  “Gun violence occurs too often in my district and across Chicago, and it is about time we made...

Harper Encourages Residents to Apply for Sidewalk Repair Project

CHICAGO – Looking to help residents with their neighborhood sidewalk repairs, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is encouraging neighbors to apply for the city’s annual Shared Cost Sidewalk Program. “Applications for have recently opened for this great program which...

Harper Law Allowing DOC Inmates More Family Visits to Take Effect

CHICAGO – Inmates incarcerated at state correctional facilities will be allowed more frequent family and guest visits, thanks to legislation sponsored by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, that takes effect in the new year. “We have an incredibly punitive system that...