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Morris Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of-Living Issues, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
Gill Responds to SNAP Cuts, Commends $20M Transfer of State Reserve Funds to Food Pantries Statewide
CHICAGO, Ill. – Smart fiscal tools included in this year’s budget by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, are helping to defend food security for Illinois’ most vulnerable citizens, even as Washington dysfunction threatens this vital lifeline.
Vella Passes Major Energy Reform to Lower
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, 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.
Harper Backs Efforts to Reduce Home Energy Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive legislation to ease rising energy costs for Illinois families and reduce home energy bills both now and in the future.
Hirschauer Backs Climate Smart Measure Aimed to Cut Utility Costs
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, passed comprehensive legislation Oct. 30 that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while being advantageous to our environment.
Andrade Pushes Back on Trump’s ICE Raids
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is pushing back on the inhumane “Operation Midway Blitz” by backing legislation to prevent certain federal immigration
operations in designated areas including hospitals, daycares, courthouses and college campuses.
Grasse Dignity-in-Dying Measure Headed to Gov. Pritzker’s Desk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure sponsored by state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, that would allow terminally-ill adults with decision-making capacity to request and receive medical aid in dying (MAID) has been passed by the Illinois legislature and been sent to Gov. Pritzker for his approval.
Davis-Backed Clean Slate Act Streamlines Record Sealing and Expands Second Chances
CHICAGO — The Clean Slate Act, championed by state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, will automatically seal minor criminal offenses once they become eligible, eliminating costly red tape that has long stood in the way of rehabilitation for thousands of residents throughout the state.
Kelly Backs Legislation to Lower Costs, Improve Transit Efficiency, Implement Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower energy costs, reform public transportation and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.
Ammons Advances Bills Prioritizing Accessibility and Affordability
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Accessibility and affordability were the goals during fall session for state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, which was accomplished with her support on a series of legislation that will uplift Illinoisans locally and statewide.
Hoffman Joins Groundbreaking of New Venice Grocery Store, Emphasizes Need to Eliminate Food Deserts
VENICE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker, state Sen. Christopher Belt, D- Swansea, and community leaders this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new state- and privately-backed grocery store in Venice that will expand access to fresh, affordable food for area residents.
Hirschauer Backs Landmark Bill to Protect Immigrant Families and Uphold Constitutional Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, passed a sweeping civil rights and community-protection bill last Friday to safeguard immigrant families and defend due process in the face of escalating immigration enforcement actions.
Stuart Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
Davis Works to Improve Day-to-Day Lives in Veto Session
CHICAGO, Ill — In her first fall veto session, state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, advocated for lowering costs, strengthening protections for communities affected by immigration violence and refining accessible transit for Chicagoans through a series of transformative legislation she helped pass.
Grasse Backs Legislation to Lower Costs, Improve Transit Efficiency, Implement Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower energy costs, reform public transportation and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.
Lilly-Backed Transit Plan Targets Improved Reliability and Access
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, backed legislation to strengthen public transit across Illinois and Chicago, creating jobs, improving service for riders, and boosting economic growth.
Andrade Backs Legislation Improving Local Public Transit
CHICAGO, Ill. – Continuing his steadfast fight for public transit reform and responsible development, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, passes legislation to make trains and buses safer and more reliable and ensure transit is optimized for riders.
Hernandez Passes Measure Pushing Back Against “Operation Midway Blitz” Operations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois communities continue to push back against violent, inhumane immigration enforcement actions by federal officials, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D- Cicero, backed measures to prevent certain operations at or near courthouses and add safeguards for undocumented people at hospitals, daycares and on college campuses.