Mason Shares COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program with Local Businesses

GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting the Lake County Small Business Recovery Grant Program and encouraging business owners to apply. “While our economy has improved since the height of Illinois’ COVID-19 outbreak, many businesses are still...

Mason Highlights Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame

GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is encouraging community members to nominate older residents for the Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame. “In the midst of such a difficult moment for many seniors, there’s no better time to nominate them for the Senior...

Mason-Supported Seizure Smart School Act Goes Into Effect

GURNEE, Ill. – Students with epilepsy will be safer at school under legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, that went into effect on July 1. Mason sponsored the Seizure Smart School Act, a measure that creates new seizure training requirements for all...

Mason-Backed Law to Strengthen Civics Curriculum Takes Effect

GURNEE, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to bring additional civics education to Illinois middle schools went into effect on Wednesday. “While students already take one civics course in high school, that’s often the first and only time...

Mason Highlights PTSD Awareness Month

GURNEE, Ill. – In recognition of PTSD Awareness Month, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is advocating for greater post-traumatic stress disorder resources and awareness. “While many people think of PTSD as something that primarily affects combat veterans, it can...