Stuart Leads Effort to Reduce Trailer Fees

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A proposal to reduce the license plate fee for small trailers is set to become law after months of advocacy by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville. “I’ve heard from so many folks who are frustrated that the trailer registration fee increased...

Stuart Sponsors Bill to Protect Survivors of Human Trafficking

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of human trafficking would be able to keep their personal information and location confidential under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, which passed the House on Wednesday. “Survivors of exploitation...

Stuart Backs Bill to Expand Insurance Coverage for Cancer Testing

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Cancer patients would have easier access to certain tests doctors use to determine their best treatment options under legislation that state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently voted to approve. “Even with the same diagnosis, not all...

Stuart Backs Measure to Combat Opioid Crisis

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to prevent drug manufacturers and doctors from fueling the opioid crisis, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently voted to pass a measure that expands Illinois’ prescription monitoring program, which helps to track...