Lilly Sponsors Measure to Bring Accountability to Governor’s Office

CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is demanding Gov. Rauner stop offshoring his employees’ salaries onto human service agencies and be more transparent in his office’s hiring practices. “Governor Rauner, like many governors before him, has put the costs...

Lilly-Backed Law Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions Takes Effect

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As of Jan. 1, individual or group accidental health insurance coverage companies are prohibited from imposing pre-existing condition exclusions under a new law supported by State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Oak Park. “Having access to affordable...

Lilly-Backed Law Increasing Penalties for Hate Crime Takes Effect

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, will crack down on hate crimes against houses of worship increasing penalties for those convicted of committing hate crimes and allowing victims to receive greater financial compensation....

Lilly Introduces Legislation Aiming to Reduce Teen Tobacco Use

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of Illinois’ comprehensive smoke-free air law, state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, introduced legislation to further commit to reducing tobacco use amongst Illinoisans. “It is important that we address the...