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Kifowit Encourages Veterans to Utilize New Free Legal Services Hotline

Dec 21, 2017 | Kifowit

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is highlighting a new legal assistance hotline which can help Illinois Veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, and their dependents with matters including consumer, housing and family law. “As a Veteran...

Kifowit-Sponsored Law Increasing Hate Crime Protections Set to Take Effect

Dec 20, 2017 | Kifowit

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, to crack down on hate crimes against houses of worship and increase penalties for those convicted of committing hate crimes will take effect Jan. 1, 2018. “I believe now more than ever...

Following Legionnaires Outbreak, Veteran Lawmakers Demand Rauner Provide Better Care for Illinois Veterans

Dec 15, 2017 | Kifowit

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia, D-Aurora, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, state Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Smithton, and state Rep. Al Riley, D-Olympia Fields, are demanding a full investigation and legislative hearings into why Gov. Bruce Rauner’s...

Following Legionnaires Outbreak, Veteran Lawmakers Demand Rauner Provide Better Care for Illinois Veterans

Dec 14, 2017 | Costello, Kifowit

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia, D-Aurora, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, state Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Smithton, and state Rep. Al Riley, D-Olympia Fields, are demanding a full investigation and legislative hearings into why Gov. Bruce Rauner’s...

Kifowit Recommends Parents Review Annual Toy Safety Guide before Holiday Shopping

Dec 12, 2017 | Kifowit

AURORA, Ill. – With the holiday season upon us, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is encouraging parents to avoid purchasing dangerous products for their children and to take appropriate precautions when giving toys with small pieces that can be choking hazards....

Kifowit-Supported Bill to Alleviate State Substitute Teacher Shortage Becomes Law

Dec 6, 2017 | Kifowit

AURORA, Ill. – A proposal to remove cost barriers for substitute teachers, backed by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is now law in an effort to address the state shortage of substitute educators. “As a former substitute teacher, I understand the importance of...