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Rep. Hernandez, High School Student Pass Media Literacy Education Law
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, inspired by the research and tenacity of Naperville Central High School graduate Braden Hajer, passed a law requiring media literacy education for high school students in Illinois. Illinois is the first state in the country to have such a requirement.
Hoffman Continues Work to Provide Rebates for All Ameren Customers, Reminds Eligible Residents to Apply for LIHEAP
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – As the seasons change and cooler weather approaches, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is continuing his efforts to secure support for a rebate plan that would deliver $170 to individual Ameren customers.
Avelar Encourages Community to Nominate Exceptional School Board Members for Education Award
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is inviting community members to nominate a member of their local school board for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award. The award is presented annually to an outstanding member of an Illinois school board by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Yang Rohr Encourages Residents to Donate Stuffed Purses for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville and state Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, are encouraging residents to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month by donating new or gently used purses stuffed with new toiletries and personal hygiene supplies to support local abuse survivors.
Gordon-Booth Reacts to Biden’s Action on Cannabis Today
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, lead sponsor of cannabis decriminalization efforts in Illinois, issued the following statement Thursday in response to President Joe Biden’s action on cannabis reform. Interviews with Gordon-Booth are also available upon request.
Rep. Manley, Sen. Loughran Cappel to Host Community Shred Day
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, in partnership with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, will host a Community Shred Day on Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Rep. Kelly Reminds Drivers to Check Insurance Status to Avoid Issues with Electronic Verification System
CHICAGO – As Illinois continues implementation a new system designed to crack down on uninsured drivers who put other drivers, pedestrians and property owners at risk, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is reminding motorists to make sure their insurance is current and meets minimum standards in order to avoid possible fees and license suspension.
Rep. Delgado Amplifies Dia de los Muertos Events
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, is highlighting two Dia de los Muertos events hosted by members of the community.
Gabel, Fine to Hold Community Resource Fair, Connect Residents with Essential Services
EVANSTON, Ill. – State Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, and state Sen. Laura Fine will be holding a community resource fair to help connect local residents with essential services. The fair will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Robert Crown Community Center on 1801 Main Street in Evanston.
Hoffman Supports Plan to Ensure Timely Financial Support for Fallen First Responders’ Surviving Families
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Belleville, is backing a plan that will create a continuing appropriation and guarantee full funding for survivor benefits for fallen first responders – eliminating an existing practice that has left some families waiting for help because funds were exhausted during the state budget’s fiscal year.
Gordon-Booth, Illinois Crime Reduction Task Force to Host First Meeting Tuesday at 1 p.m.
PEORIA, Ill. – In conjunction with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will outline goals and co-chair the first Illinois Crime Reduction Task Force meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 1 p.m.
Ford, Forest Park Mayor to Discuss CTA Crime and Overdose Prevention at Forest Park Blue Line Terminal Tuesday Morning
FOREST PARK, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will join Forest Park Mayor Rory Hoskins Tuesday morning to call attention to crime and overdose prevention efforts on the CTA.
Rep. Delgado Encourages Community to Apply for ‘Cook County Promise’
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, encourages struggling families to apply for the ‘Cook County Promise: Guaranteed Income Pilot’ program to secure supplemental income. The application window is open from October 6 until October 21.
Rep. Hernandez to Host Su Estado a Su Alcance Community Resource Fair
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, in partnership with Town of Cicero President Larry Dominick, is hosting Su Estado a Su Alcance: Your State at Your Reach, a one stop shop for community members to take advantage of state and local resources.
Rep. Hernandez to Host College Financial Aid Workshop
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, in partnership with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, is offering a free FAFSA Completion Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cicero Community Center at 2250 S. 49th Ave. in Cicero.
Vella Encourages Residents to Nominate Exemplary Local School Board Members for Education Award
LOVES PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is encouraging residents to submit nominations for the Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) annual Thomas Law Burroughs Award. Nominees for this award should be local school board members who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and service.
Rep. Delgado to Host ‘Domestic Violence Walk and Rally’
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, is hosting a Domestic Violence Walk and Rally at the 25th District Chicago Police Station at 5555 W. Grand Ave. on Saturday, October 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The event is co-hosted by the 25th District, Aldermen Gilbert Villegas, Ariel Reboyras and Felix Cardona.
Stuart Legislation Seeks to Close Loophole on Inappropriate Teacher-Student Relationships
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Inappropriate and coercive teacher-student relationships would be completely outlawed under new legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, closing a loophole revealed by reports of a former Metro East teacher’s sexual relationship with an 18-year-old student.