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Se Confirmó una Medida de la Rep. Morris que Provee Prótesis de Pelo para Pacientes

Aug 14, 2024 | Morris

CHICAGO – Debajo de una nueva ley por la Rep. estatal Yolanda Morris, D-Chicago, pacientes con cáncer, alopecia, o una condición que resulta en la pérdida del pelo tendrían derecho a una peluca o prótesis de pelo anualmente. “Cuando alguien pierde su pelo por una...

Morris-Led Measure Paves the Way for Medication Aides in Illinois’ Long-Term Care Facilities

May 28, 2024 | Morris

SPRINGFIELD, ILL – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, a dedicated advocate for improving healthcare in Illinois, successfully championed the passage of Senate Bill 1779 through the legislature. This measure establishes a Medication Aide Program in the state,...

Morris-Backed Measure Secures Wigs and Other Prostheses for Cancer Survivors

May 14, 2024 | Morris

SPRINGFIELD, ILL –State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is improving treatment for cancer patients in Illinois by requiring health insurance providers in the state to cover the cost of at least one prosthesis or artificial hair device each year.    “The loss of...

Morris Passes Measure to Streamline State Department Technology Acquisition and Standards

Apr 22, 2024 | Morris

SPRINGFIELD, ILL –State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, recently passed legislation that will modernize technology procurement and accessibility matters by shifting their oversight from individual agencies to the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). “During...

Morris Passes Measure Protecting Local Health Care Facilities and Safety Net Resources

Apr 20, 2024 | Morris

SPRINGFIELD, ILL –State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is increasing the scrutiny applied to the sale or discontinuation of services at county-operated nursing homes to ensure low-income and at-risk populations’ access to care. “The abrupt closure of nursing homes...

Morris Fights for Access to Open Information and Books in Illinois’ Correctional Institutions

Feb 1, 2024 | Morris

CHICAGO – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is defending the freedom to read with her first bill ensuring incarcerated individuals are not unfairly denied access to books. “The freedom to access information and express ideas was enshrined in our nation’s...
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