SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure introduced by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, to strengthen prevailing wage rules and ensure workers receive the correct amount of pay is one step closer to becoming law. “This proposal is going to eliminate ambiguity that could...
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is asking local residents to help mothers in need this month by donating diapers, baby wipes and other helpful items during his Mother’s Day Donation Drive. “As we celebrate and recognize mothers this month, we...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Emphasizing the importance libraries have in helping students unlock their potential, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is applauding the recent award of state library grants to help local schools with services and in acquiring new educational...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A proposal recently advanced by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, would stop companies from sending misleading mail encouraging homeowners to extend an “expiring” home warranty when the homeowner actually has no warranty or business relationship...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – An initiative from state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias to modernize road test requirements and raise the age in which older adults must take a behind-the-wheel driving test from age 79 to age 87 passed the...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Public utilities seeking significant labor force reductions would need to justify their decision and ensure public services are not adversely impacted under a measure being advanced by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea. “Large workforce shifts can...