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Mussman-Backed Legislation Supports Ukrainian Refugees, Severs State Financial Ties to Russia
SCHAUMBURG,Ill. – In concert with global efforts to punish Russia for its illegal invasion of Ukraine and support Ukrainian refugees, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Chicago, voted to pass legislation that ends state investment in Russian assets, targets the wealth of Russian oligarchs and strengthens the state’s refugee support system.
Rep. Scherer Attends Carbon Capture Pilot Groundbreaking Ceremony, Highlights Need for Energy Investment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, and community leaders broke ground on a carbon capture project at Springfield’s City, Water, Light, and Power coal plant Thursday, which was funded by a joint investment of $47 million investment from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and $20 million from the state of Illinois.
Mussman Encourages Holiday Shoppers to Consult Attorney General’s Safe Shopping Guide
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help protect children and keep holiday shoppers informed this holiday season, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging parents, grandparents, guardians and anyone buying a gift for a child to review Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s 2022 Safe Shopping Guide.
Rep. Hernandez Promotes Human Services Capital Grant Program
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is encouraging local not-for-profit organizations to apply for the first-ever Human Services Capital Grant Program administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).
Hirschauer Fights for Assault Weapons Ban, Gun Safety
CHICAGO, Ill. — As a long-time advocate for gun safety reform, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, participated in a hearing of the proposed assault weapons ban by the Judiciary – Criminal committee.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on the Passing of Senator Scott Bennett
"I want to extend my deepest condolences to Senator Scott Bennett’s family and loved ones during this very difficult time. Senator Bennett was a fierce advocate for his community and never wavered in his pursuit to make his district, and all of Illinois, a better...
Ammons Responds to the Passing of State Sen. Bennett
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, issued the following statement in response to the tragic news of the passing of Sen. Scott Bennett:
Gordon-Booth Statement on Passing of State Sen. Scott Bennett
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, released the following statement on behalf of the members of the House Public Safety Working Group:
Stava-Murray Heralds U.N. Human Rights Day
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – On the 74th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray is heralding U.N. Human Rights Day which is observed on Dec. 10 around the world, including in the United States.
Stuart Statement on Anniversary of Amazon Warehouse Tragedy
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – In recognition of the deadly tornado that destroyed an Edwardsville Amazon warehouse and took six lives, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is issuing the following statement:
Delgado Advocates for Public Transit Access at City Club Conference
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, joined City Club members and policymakers from across Chicago this week to bring her insight to the problems facing the future of public transportation.
Hoffman Led Effort to Support Working Families, Tackle Unemployment Debt Signed by Governor
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – The first step in a bipartisan plan negotiated by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, that will protect worker benefits, save employers money, pay off Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and improve the state’s financial outlook was signed Thursday.
Gordon-Booth to Host Annual ‘A Mother’s Wish’ Holiday Event for Children of Incarcerated Mothers and Foster Care Youth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is partnering with Meridian for her 4th annual “A Mother’s Wish” holiday event for children of incarcerated mothers and foster care youth.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Issues Statement on the Hospitalization of State Sen. Scott Bennett
AURORA, Ill. – In response to the hospitalization of state Sen. Scott Bennett, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, released the following statement:
Avelar-Backed Bill to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed into Law
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — A bipartisan proposal sponsored by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, to help pay off Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and invest money into the state’s rainy-day fund was signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday.
Hernandez-Backed Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed by Governor
CICERO, Ill. — A bipartisan proposal supported by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, that reduces Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt, invests in the state’s rainy-day fund, and supports workers was signed into law Thursday.
Hirschauer Supports Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — A bipartisan plan backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, to reduce Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and invest in the state’s rainy day fund was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday.
Manley-Backed Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed Into Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A bipartisan plan supported by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, that will pay off Illinois’ remaining unemployment insurance loan debt, invest in the state’s rainy day fund, and protect worker benefits was signed into law Thursday.