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Rep. Barbara Hernandez Brings Winter Cheer to Healthcare Workers, Hands Out Valentine’s Cards
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition of their hours of hard work and sacrifice, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, organized a Valentine’s Day card campaign for healthcare workers in her community. She was joined by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, who helped coordinate letter gathering for the campaign as well.
Ammons Touts New Small Business Assistance, Committee Progress
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In a Thursday press conference, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, touted the accomplishments of the House Small Business, Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship committee. Several major policy initiatives have passed the committee, all focused on providing relief to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and removing barriers to entry for professionals in underserved communities.
Hirschauer Pushes for More School Nurses, Funding for School Health Services in Coming Budget
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – In a continued effort to improve education in Illinois, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is introducing a measure to fund a study on school nursing capacity in Illinois.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces Grants of up to $30,000 in Housing Relief for Eligible Homeowners
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is raising awareness of mortgage grant assistance available from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) through the Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF), which supports homeowners financially hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hoffman Backs Judge McCuskey for Legislative Inspector General
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Belleville, joined a bipartisan effort Thursday to name former Judge Michael McCuskey the state’s next Legislative Inspector General.
Illinois House Appoints Justice Michael McCuskey as Legislative Inspector General
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the Democrat's commitment to ensure ethical oversight over the General Assembly, the Illinois House of Representatives took decisive action to appoint Michael McCuskey, a veteran judge of both federal district court and state circuit...
Kelly Supports Legislation to Improve Mental Health Care Access
CHICAGO, Ill. — State Representative Michael Kelly, D-Chicago is co-sponsoring a bill that would preserve and expand access to mental health care across the state.
Walsh to Host Blood Drive with Troy Township Feb. 17 in Shorewood
SHOREWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is joining Troy Township and Versiti Blood Center of Illinois to offer a community blood drive Thursday, Feb. 17 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Troy Township Community Center, located at 25448 W. Seil Rd. in Shorewood.
Croke Responds to Governor’s Address, Remains Focused on Honoring Fiscal Commitments, Keeping Illinois Families Safe
CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Margaret Croke, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual budget address:
Budget Proposal Keeps Places of Worship, Communities Safe
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) and State Representative Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield) lauded the inclusion of $20 million for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program in this year’s proposed state budget.
House to Resume Legislative Session In Person
Speaker Welch announced on Thursday that House members will return to Springfield for legislative session next week.
Stuart Invites Residents to Townhall on Education
COLLINSVILLE, Ill.- State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting teachers, parents, and residents interested in education issues to attend a citizen advisory committee meeting on Jan. 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Collinsville Public Library located at 408 W. Main St.
Gordon-Booth Opens Applications for Annie’s Girls Mentorship Program
PEORIA, Ill. – Service-oriented high school junior and senior girls in Peoria are being encouraged to apply to be one of Annie’s Girls this spring, a mentorship and scholarship program started by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, that helps cover the cost of prom and connects young women with leading mentors in the community.
Slaughter Encourages Community Organizations to Apply for R3 Grant
CHICAGO – To help address the issues communities face from the failed War on Drugs and decades of disinvestment, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local community organizations to apply for state grants under the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) grant program.
Guerrero-Cuellar Statement on Testing Positive for COVID-19
CHICAGO – State Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, issued the following statement in response to testing positive for COVID-19.
Mason Highlights Importance of Safe, Courteous Driving on Scott’s Law Day
GURNEE, Ill. – To highlight the importance of safe, courteous, and defensive driving, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is observing Scott’s Law Day. It’s held annually on Dec. 23 throughout Illinois to honor public safety workers and remind drivers to slow down or change lanes when passing by an emergency service vehicle on the road.
Yang Rohr Highlights National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – As part of her continued commitment to public safety, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is taking National Impaired Driving Prevention Month as an opportunity to raise awareness of the fatal consequences of alcohol- and drug-impaired driving.
Buckner Measure Increasing Accountability for Elected Chicago School Board Signed into Law
CHICAGO – A measure to strengthen the upcoming elected school board for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker.