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Hoffman Calls for Governor’s Signature on Measure to Crack Down on Drivers Who Fail to Move Over for First Responders

Jul 15, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to strengthen Scott’s Law, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, recently passed a package of new protections for Illinois police, firemen and other first responders, including harsher penalties for drivers who fail to move over or slow...

Hoffman-Backed Infrastructure Investment Plan Approved by Pritzker

Jul 11, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The state’s first capital investment plan in a decade, backed by State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was recently signed into law by the Governor. “It is clear that it was time to repair Illinois’ crumbling infrastructure,” said Hoffman. “One of my...

Hoffman Stands with Governor, State Police to Enhance Safety and Awareness on Illinois Roadways

May 14, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is pushing to strengthen Scott’s Law, the “Move Over” law, announcing the introduction of new protections for Illinois police alongside Gov. J.B. Pritzker and members of the Illinois State Police. “Illinois State...

Hoffman Legislation to Provide Increased Safety and Oversight on Illinois Railroads

May 9, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Moving forward to establish an increased presence of crew members on Illinois railroads, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is advancing legislation to require that all freight trains be outfitted with at least two railroad engineers. “Currently,...

Hoffman Passes Legislation in the House to Protect Critical Infrastructure

Apr 11, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ power plants, waterlines and other critical utilities will be better secured under legislation passed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, increasing penalties on those who tamper with critical infrastructure. “The safety of our...

Stuart, Area Legislators Connect Job Seekers with Employers

Apr 9, 2019 | Bristow, Hoffman, Stuart

GRANITE CITY, Ill. – Over the weekend, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, welcomed employers and job seekers to the Granite City Township Center for a job fair, which Stuart hosted in partnership with Metro-East area legislators state Rep. Monica Bristow, state...

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