Latest Updates:
Vella Notes Opening of LIHEAP Applications, Encourages Eligible Residents to Apply
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is inviting residents of Winnebago County to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which provides residents with assistance for energy, gas and other utility bills based on income and eligibility.
Latino Caucus Statement on Support for Puerto Rico following Hurricane Fiona Devastation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus issued the following statement in response to the devastating situation unfolding in Puerto Rico, following the landfall of Hurricane Fiona:
La Declaración del Caucus Latino del Apoyo para Puerto Rico, Después de la Devastación del Huracán Fiona
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – El Caucus Latino de la Cámara de Illinois publicó la siguiente declaración en respuesta a la situación devastadora en Puerto Rico, después del Huracán Fiona:
Stava-Murray Promotes Girls’ Involvement in Policy
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, is sharing the news that the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Illinois Council on Women and Girls are seeking applications from female-identifying and nonbinary high-school students to join the Council’s Girls’ Committee.
Buckner Expresses Support for Puerto Rico, Encourages Illinois Residents to Help if Able
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Tuesday as Puerto Rico faces devastation from Hurricane Fiona:
Rep. Manley Highlights Utility Bill Assistance for Low-Income Residents
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging residents in need to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) beginning Sept. 1. LIHEAP assists low-income residents pay for home energy services such as heat, electricity, and gas.
Rep. Delgado to Attend Red Star Hispanic Heritage Month Commemoration
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, will be attending the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration with the Chicago Red Stars at SeatGeek Stadium at 7000 S. Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.
Moeller Highlights RISE Funding to Spur Economic Development
ELGIN, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, continues her commitment to the economic development of her community by highlighting new funding for Kane County and the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin.
Morgan Announces $138 Million in Infrastructure Funding
DEERFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, is announcing that over $138 million in highway infrastructure funds have been earmarked for his 58th District via the Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan.
Rep. Manley Encourages Local Businesses to Apply for Pre-Apprenticeship Program Funding
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — To increase access to job opportunities in the construction industry and other trades, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging local organizations to apply for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program funding.
Guerrero-Cuellar Highlights Available Scholarship for Early-Childhood Education Programs
CHICAGO – State Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, wants to let current employees and enrolled students in early-childhood education programs know that they are still eligible for scholarship money that can cover the full cost of their education through the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship.
Gordon-Booth Teams Up with IDOT for Hiring Pop Up this Sunday
PEORIA, Ill. – As part of efforts to hire “Snow Birds” and other highway maintainers for the coming months, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is welcoming the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for a one day hiring pop up this Sunday, Sept. 11 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Gordon-Booth’s community headquarters at 1200 W. Main St., Campustowne Suite 7 in Peoria.
Ford and Hurley Welcome Crime and Safety Feedback, Encourage Residents to Share Thoughts
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn Ford, D-Chicago, and Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, as chairs of the Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force, are encouraging residents to share their thoughts and submit feedback regarding current trends in public safety and efforts to reduce crime across the state.
Rep. Thaddeus Jones Encourages Those Eligible to Apply for Early Childhood Education Scholarship
vSOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, invites those studying for and working in the early childhood education industry to apply for aid money for the upcoming 2022-23 school year through the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship.
Andrade Highlights Scholarship Funds for Early Childhood Education Applicants
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, invites current childhood education workers and enrolled students to apply for available aid money for the upcoming school year through the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship.
Hoffman Applauds Release of State Funding for New Venice School Construction
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting the release of $26 million by the state’s Capital Development Board to support construction of a new Venice Elementary School.
Rep. Hirschauer Appointed to Community Health Workers Review Board
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, will help lead an effort to review and improve the training programs of community health workers as a part of the newly established Community Health Workers Review Board.
State Rep. Delgado Hosts Chicago CityKey Event
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, will host a CityKey event to help Chicagoans register for optional government-issued ID cards on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Belmont City of God at 6050 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago’s NorthWest side.