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Vella Works as a “Principal for a Day” At Local High School
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to hear from those around his district, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, visited Harlem High School in Machesney Park as a “Principal for a Day.”
Hernandez Highlights Importance of Early Detection During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting her legislative efforts to expand access to lifesaving cancer screenings and promoting free screenings through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Yang Rohr Recognized as Environmental Champion
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, was awarded a perfect score on the Illinois Environmental Council’s (IEC) 2021 Environmental Scorecard for her environmental advocacy during her first legislative session in the General Assembly.
Speaker Welch Celebrates Success of First Open House Job Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is excited to announce that more than 500 resumes were collected at the first ever Open House Job Fair held at the Illinois State Capitol on Tuesday. Multiple applications were submitted for each of the open positions and interviews are in the process of being scheduled.
House Redistricting Committee to Hold Hearing in Springfield & Peoria
The committee is holding a series of public hearings to gather input as the General Assembly begins the process of creating new congressional and judicial subcircuit boundaries. Members of the public may request to provide testimony, submit electronic testimony or submit electronic witness slips in advance of the hearings via the General Assembly website www.ilga.gov or through email at redistrictingcommittee@hds.ilga.gov.
Yednock Highlights Suicide Awareness, Attends Out of the Darkness LaSalle County Walk
OTTAWA, Ill. – To raise awareness of suicide prevention, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, recently participated in the Out of the Darkness Lasalle County Walk.
Hernandez Invites Local Residents to Free Community Resource Fair
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez is helping connect residents with local resources and critical services by hosting a free community resource fair on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center, located at 150 W. Illinois Ave. in Aurora.
Vella to Host a Shred Day, Fight Against Identity Theft
ROCKFORD, Ill. – In order to help residents protect themselves from fraudsters gaining access to their confidential information, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is hosting a free Shred Day on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Guilford High School, located at 5620 Spring Creek Rd. in Rockford.
Mason Works to Expand Youth Sports with New Appointment
GURNEE, Ill. – Looking to expand youth sports and athletic opportunities for all students in Illinois, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, was recently appointed to the Illinois Commission on Amateur Sports.
Gong-Gershowitz Selected as Emerging Leader in Midwest Lawmaking
GLENVIEW, Ill. – Following a string of legislative milestones, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, was selected by the Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development (BILLD) to complete a leadership training program with 35 other lawmakers from the Midwest area.
Ness to Host ‘Coffee In Your Community’ Event in East Dundee
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – As part of her ongoing efforts to be accessible to her constituents, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is hosting a ‘Coffee in Your Community’ event on Saturday, Nov. 6 at Eastside Cafe in East Dundee. She is inviting community members to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her 2022 legislative agenda.
Hirschauer Receives 100% Voting Record from Illinois Environmental Council
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Maintaining her promise to fight climate change and vote for environmentally friendly legislation, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, was recently accounted as having a perfect voting record by the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC).
Slaughter Encourages Local Organizations to Apply for Community-Based Violence Prevention Grant
CHICAGO – To address the needs of local organizations that strive to make their communities safer and less violent, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging them to apply for the 2021 Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention (CB-VIP) grant program.
Yang Rohr Appointed to State Government Suggestion Award Board
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will consider cost-saving measures proposed by Illinois state employees and residents as a part of her appointment to the State Government Suggestion Award Board (SGSAB).
Yang Rohr Appointed to State Government Suggestion Award Board
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will consider cost-saving measures proposed by Illinois state employees and residents as a part of her appointment to the State Government Suggestion Award Board (SGSAB).
Manley Works to Provide Mental Health Care, Recognizes World Mental Health Day
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to help raise awareness on the variety of mental health resources residents have access to, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting World Mental Health Day and encourages residents to take a few moments to learn about what mental health resources are available to them.
The Office of the Speaker to Host First Ever Open House Job Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Office of Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch invites jobseekers and those looking to network to the first ever Open House Job Fair at the Illinois State Capitol. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 12 beginning at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Slaughter Attends Conference for Prestigious Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development
CHICAGO – Due to his leadership on critical state legislation, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, was selected for and participated in the Council of State Governments (CSG) Bowhay Institute for Legislative Leadership Development (BILLD) program this week.