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Blair-Sherlock Backs Energy Savings, Senior Property Tax Freeze, Transit Reform, Commonsense Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower electric bills, expand the senior property tax freeze, transform public transit and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.
DeLaRosa Backs Senior Property Tax Freeze Expansion, Lower Energy Bills, Transit Reform, Responsible Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Underscoring her focus to address challenges facing families, state Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Glen Ellyn, backed a series of measures this week that will expand the senior property tax freeze, reduce home energy costs, improve public transit and implement responsible immigration protections.
Deuter Backs Expansion of Senior Property Tax Freeze, Energy Bill Savings, Responsible Transit Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, this week supported an expansion of the senior property tax freeze, voted for a transformative public transit reform plan and backed a comprehensive energy package that will address rising energy costs.
Ford Honors Joseph Caldwell Sr., Trailblazing South Side Tailor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, led passage of a House Resolution this week honoring the impactful life of South Side icon Joseph Caldwell Sr., a trailblazing tailor and
leading Black business owner.
Kifowit Backs Plans to Reduce Energy Costs, Expand Senior Property Tax Freeze, Reform Transit; Leads Alopecia Resolution
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to uplift local families, this week state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D- Oswego, backed an energy plan to reduce home energy costs, expanded the senior property tax freeze, supported transit reform and recognized individuals impacted by scarring alopecia.
Illinois House Passes Landmark Bill to Protect Immigrant Families and Uphold Constitutional Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed House Bill 1312, a sweeping civil rights and community-protection bill championed by the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus to safeguard immigrant families and defend due process in the face of escalating immigration enforcement actions.
Hernandez Backs Reform Cracking Down on “Operation Midway Blitz” Harassment in Hospitals, Courthouses, Higher Ed Campuses, Childcare Centers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, backed major new reforms to give a private cause of action to people in hospitals, institutions of higher education, in and near courthouses, and childcare centers who suffered abuse from law enforcement carrying out Donald Trump’s “Operation Midway Blitz.”
Lilly-Backed Legislation Lowers Costs for Illinois Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while holding large utility corporations accountable.
Scherer Urges Federal Response as SNAP Benefits Face Shutdown
SPRINGFIELD, Ill- State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is urging federal leaders to act as Illinois families prepare for SNAP benefits to stop on November 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
DuBuclet Takes Bold Action During Fall Veto Session to Cut Rising Energy Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive new legislation Wednesday evening to address rising energy costs make life easier for working families across Illinois.
Stava-backed Legislation to Address Rising Energy Costs Passes House, Moves to Senate
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Anne Stava, D-Downers Grove, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents.
Davis Passes Legislation Naming Little Palestine Way
CHICAGO, Ill — Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, designates Harlem Avenue from 79th Street to 111th Street as Little Palestine Way. The designation pays tribute to the many Palestinian Americans and their contributions in Chicago and beyond.
Davis Denounces SNAP Benefit Cuts
CHICAGO, Ill. – In the last week of fall veto session, state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is supporting a resolution condemning the cut of SNAP benefits beginning on November 1. The Trump Administration refuses to allocate food assistance for low and modest-income families, though funds are readily available.
Huynh Honors the Life and Legacy of JoJo Baby
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — In honor of the late local nightlife legend and drag icon JoJo Baby, state Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago, recently presented a resolution to the House recognizing their life and impact on Chicago and the broader LGBTQIA+ community.
Ness Backs Measure Seeking to Cut Energy Costs, Utility Bills
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home utility bills both immediately and in the long term for residents.
Crawford Responds to Trump SNAP Cuts, Lauds Transfer of State Funds to Local Food Banks
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The balanced, fiscally responsible state budget passed by state Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, in May will transfer $20 million in new funding for local food banks amid the loss of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.
Jiménez Blasts Trump ICE Raids, Invites Colleagues to Join her in Protecting Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, joined her colleagues for a press conference in Springfield this week to rally support for communities and families affected by federal immigration raids.
Ammons Condemns Federal Refusal to Fund SNAP
URBANA, Ill. – In the last week of fall veto session, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D- Champaign, supported a resolution condemning the cut of SNAP benefits beginning on November 1. Ammons participated in a press conference Thursday morning, highlighting the Trump Administration’s refusal to allocate food assistance for low and modest-income families, though funds are readily available.