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Rep. Rashid, Community Groups & School Districts Welcome Blueprint to Expand Dual Language Education
BERWYN, IL – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, the Latino Policy Forum, and public school districts today welcomed the release of a new report that underscores the growing importance of dual language (DL) education in Illinois public schools.

Jiménez Stands with the Community Amid Mass Deportation Threats
CHICAGO, IL – In response to the President-Elect Trump’s alarming threats to declare a national emergency and use military resources for mass deportations, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and well- being of Chicago communities, especially those vulnerable and targeted.

Buckner to Hold Public Transit Listening Session
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, will join with state Reps. Matt Hanson, Eva-Dina Delgado, Anna Moeller and Barbara Hernandez to hold a listening session to hear from Illinoisans about their questions and concerns related to Illinois’ public transit system. The People’s Lobby, a group fighting to ensure working people have a voice in major decisions, will be in attendance as well. The event will be held Thursday, Dec. 12, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Batavia Public Library, on 10 S. Batavia Ave, in Batavia.

Hirschauer-Backed Medical Debt Plan Delivers for Over $72 Million in Relief 52,000 Illinoisans
BATAVIA, Ill. – More than 52,000 Illinois families have had old medical bills wiped out under a new debt relief plan backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia.

Avelar-Backed Medical Debt Package Delivers Relief for 52,000 Illinoisans
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – More than 52,000 Illinoisans have had medical debt paid under a law backed by state Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, clearing a backlog of $72 million facing working families and seniors.

Ness-Backed Program Forgives Medical Debt for 52,000Illinoisans
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – Committed to fighting for the needs of her constituents, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, helped pass a medical debt relief initiative that has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.

Morgan-Backed Initiative Erases Medical Debt for 52,000 Illinoisans
DEERFIELD, Ill. – A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.

Morris-Backed Medical Debt Relief Program Clears $72 Billion in Old Bills for Families
CHICAGO – More than 52,000 Illinoisans have had medical debt paid under a law backed by state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, clearing a backlog of $72 million facing working families and seniors.

Ammons-Led Program Advancing Health Equity Erases Medical Debt for 52,000 Illinoisans
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.

Rep. Canty Erases Medical Debt Burdens on Working Class Illinoisans
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Tens of thousands of Illinoisans will receive more than $70 million in medical debt relief as a result of a measure passed by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights.

Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Hold Public Transit Listening Session
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will join with state Reps. Matt Hanson, Eva-Dina Delgado, Anna Moeller and Kam Buckner to hold a listening session to hear from Illinoisans about their questions and concerns related to Illinois’ public transit system. The People’s Lobby, a group fighting to ensure working people have a voice in major decisions, will be in attendance as well. The event will be held Thursday, Dec. 12, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Batavia Public Library, on 10 S. Batavia Ave, in Batavia.

Rep. Sharon Chung Erases Medical Debt Burdens onWorking Class Illinoisans
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Tens of thousands of working-class Illinoisans will receive tens of millions of dollars in medical debt relief as a result of a measure passed by state Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington.

Scherer Highlights Operation Purple Heart, Honors the Sacrifices of Veterans
DECATUR, Ill. – After attending a purple heart reunification ceremony that connected a local resident with the priceless object, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting the work of Operation Purple Heart and honoring veterans everywhere.

Benton Hails $72 Million In Medical Debt Relief for Illinoisans
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — More than 52,000 Illinoisans—including over 20,000 in Will County alone—have had medical debt paid under a law backed by state Rep. Harry Benton, D- Plainfield, clearing a backlog of $72 million facing working families and seniors.

Olickal-Backed Medical Debt Program Delivers Relief for 52,000 Illinoisans
SKOKIE, Ill. — A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.

Stuart-Backed Bill Erases Medical Debt for Over 52,000 Illinois Residents
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — A new law created by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has already helped more than 52,000 Illinois families clear $72 million in medical debt, with more relief on the way.

Hoffman and Belt to Host Free Turkey Giveaway Nov. 25 at Downtown Belleville YMCA
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – With Thanksgiving approaching, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, are teaming up with Meridian to provide free turkeys to residents at an event on Monday, Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. until supplies run out at the Downtown Belleville YMCA, located at 200 S. Illinois St. in Belleville.

Hoffman Recognized with Affordable Assisted Living Coalition’s ‘Appreciation of Achievement Award’
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing his advocacy for seniors and successful passage of a personal needs allowance increase for supportive living residents, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was recently honored by the Affordable Assisted Living Coalition with its Appreciation of Achievement Award.