Jun 14, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to increase fiscal transparency in the governor’s office and state government, state Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Elwood, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign the Truth in Hiring Act into law. “When we talk about cutting waste and reducing...
May 31, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, released the following statement regarding the passage of the state budget for the upcoming fiscal year: “For two years, hard-working Illinoisans were unable to receive essential services that they depend upon...
May 24, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is sponsoring legislation that will remove unnecessary restrictions on businesses and cut red tape to allow them to create more jobs. “I believe that my job is to support our working families, and part of that...
May 23, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is cosponsoring legislation ensuring that direct support workers for disabled citizens receive a fair wage. “These are working people who provide a vital service for our communities, helping those who are...
May 11, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to improve safety conditions for coal miners, State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is co-sponsoring legislation that will improve emergency preparedness in coal mines. “Coal mining is a dangerous job, even still in 2018, and we need...
May 7, 2018 | Walsh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, co-sponsored legislation that will protect working class families from being unnecessarily removed from the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). “As a proud father of three, I want to make sure the children...