Aug 28, 2019 | Stuart
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, requiring health insurance providers to cover donated breast milk, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. The new law will increase access to donated human breast milk, which...
Aug 22, 2019 | Stuart
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to increase the minimum salary for teachers was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week. “Time and time again, I hear that teaching is one of the most important professions...
Aug 21, 2019 | Stuart
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To increase reporting and accountability within the Department of Family and Child Services (DCFS), state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported a measure to overhaul the reporting and notification procedures for suspected child...
Aug 19, 2019 | Stuart
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that survivors of sexual assault receive necessary medical attention as soon as possible, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported legislation to expand access to sexual assault care.“When a survivor of sexual assault...
Aug 14, 2019 | Stuart
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In order to prepare women and girls for the back to school season, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is collaborating with the Caseyville Public Library to collect feminine hygiene products. The drive will be held through the months of...
Aug 12, 2019 | Stuart
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a part of her continued efforts to bring property tax relief to area homeowners, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported legislation to create the Illinois Property Tax Relief Fund.“There is an immense property tax burden on...