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Canty Fights for ‘Junk Fee Ban Act’ to Protect Consumers from Hidden Fees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The ‘Junk Fee Ban Act,’ a consumer protection measure state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is fighting for, will crack down on last-minute mandatory fees and bait-and-switch tactics that jack up prices without warning. “At a time in...
Briel Bill Prohibits Deceptive Sales Targeting Survivors of Assault
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence by filling gaps in our state’s criminal law, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, passed a measure out of the House and Senate chambers prohibiting non-medical professionals from selling,...
Syed Combats Social Worker Shortage by Backing Financial Support for Hiring Nonprofits
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Nonprofit Clinical Supervision Grant Program backed by state Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Inverness, would combat Illinois’ shortage of social workers by providing financial support for nonprofits hiring licensed clinical social workers. “Our limited...
Mason Passes Bicameral Bill Promoting Adolescent Health and Wellness
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to promote the health and wellness of young children, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, successfully passed a bicameral measure to create a commission to expand youth participation in sports throughout the state, while ultimately uplifting...
Vella Backs Plan to Stop Unlawful Squatters, Strengthen Property Owner Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Law enforcement will be more empowered to remove squatters who are criminally trespassing on private property under a plan backed by state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, that aims to change current practices that have led to lengthy eviction...
Hirschauer Leads Early Childhood Bill, Secures Bicameral Support
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Former early childhood educator state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, has successfully passed a bicameral measure that aims to ease communication between the newly formed Department of Early Childhood and the Illinois State Board of Education...
Hirschauer Presenta un Proyecto de Infancia Tempera en la Cámara de Representantes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – La ex educadora de infancia temprana, la rep. Estatal Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, ha aprobado con éxito una medida bicameral para facilitar la comunicación entre el recién formado Departamento de Infancia Temprana y la Junta Estatal de Educación...
Chung-Backed Measure to Ease Financial Burden of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Medications and Treatment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is advocating for a measure that requires insurance providers to cover the use of medications that slow the progression of Alzheimer’s and related dementias in individuals.
DeLuca Backs Effort to Stop Squatters, Strengthen Property Owner Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, will better empower law enforcement to remove squatters who are criminally trespassing on private property, changing existing practice that could lead to a lengthy eviction process instead.
LaPointe, Feigenholtz Secure Universal Mental Health Screenings for Grades 3-12 Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.– Committed to connecting young children and teens to mental health support before it becomes a crisis, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, passed a bicameral measure with state Sen. Sara Feigenholtz, D-Chicago, which aligns Illinois to become one of the first states to guarantee universal mental health screenings for students in grades 3 through 12.
Avelar Clears Bill Expanding Workforce Opportunity Through Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Working to improve workforce opportunities for those without highschool diplomas, state Rep Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, passed a bicameral measure that fills critical job shortages while prioritizing work for those without traditional highschool or college credentials.
Scherer-Backed Bill Protecting Local Drinking Water Passes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Local drinking water will be better protected under a new bill sponsored by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, aimed at preventing contamination of the Mahomet Aquifer—which serves as the sole source of tap water for much of Central Illinois.
Ness Advances Measure for Police to Train Therapy Dog Teams
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, advanced a measure that creates a course and certification program for therapy dog teams and police officers, empowering police across the state to use therapy dogs for crises and emergency responses.
Grasse Passes Bicameral Measure Advocating for Long- Term Care Patients
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – An experienced hospice chaplain and staunch advocate of palliative care, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, recently passed a measure through both chambers creating standardization for Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment, or POLST, forms in our healthcare system.
Andrade Passes Bipartisan Measure Addressing Pedestrian Fatalities on IL Roadways
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, joined his fellow legislators in passing a measure to expand the ability of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to create infrastructure improvements that prevent future crashes and pedestrian fatalities on Illinois roadways.
Stuart Passes Tornado Warehouse Safety Preparedness Bill, Advancing Bill to the Senate
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is improving protections for workers in their workplace in the event of a tornado or other inclement weather emergency by requiring employers to have a tornado safety plan in place and warehouses designate or construct a tornado shelter for workers and other warehouse personnel.
Hirschauer Pushes for Higher Education Costs Transparency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With college and university tuition costs reaching historical highs, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is sponsoring a bill that would require Illinois colleges and universities to disclose their historical and current cost of attendance so prospective students and families can make better informed decisions about their college of choice.
Hirschauer Inicia el Proyecto del Senado Safe Storage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – La rep. estatal Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, una defensora dedicada de leyes racionales para armas que priorizan la seguridad pública al mismo tiempo que los derechos constitucionales, inicia una medida que mantienen las armas fuera del alcance de niños pequeños y los menores en riesgo.