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Chung-Backed Bill Allows Autism Evaluations to be Administered Earlier, Diagnoses Given Faster
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington, supported legislation allowing qualified speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) if the child is under age three and has no co-occurring medical conditions. With more evaluators, more evaluations can be conducted and more diagnoses given.
Stuart-Backed Bill Protects Independence of Media that Partner with Public Universities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Working to protect access to objective news, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, passed a bill ensuring that media outlets affiliated with colleges and universities are not subject to editorial control by administration.
Gordon-Booth Passes Bill Creating Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, passed a bill creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting the rights and freedoms of college and university students.
Blair-Sherlock Passes Bill Amending Restrictions on First Responder Vehicle Parking Locations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, introduced and passed a bill ensuring Home Owners Associations (HOAs) and Condominium Associations (COAs) cannot prohibit first responders from parking their emergency vehicles on their property.
Ford Hopes to Mend Working Relationship Between Fraternité Notre Dame and Greater Chicago Food Depository
In response to a letter received by Fraternité Notre Dame’s leadership from the Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD) informing them of its decision to terminate their working relationship, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
Blair-Sherlock Passes Legislation Streamlining Transition Periods for Students with Disabilities
State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, passed a bill streamlining communications between school districts and local Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Programs, providing reliable, consistent information to students and their families.
Gordon-Booth Supports Bill Strengthening Dementia Training for Home Care Workers
State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, has passed legislation aimed at improving care for individuals living with dementia. The bill requires all service
workers and affiliates of the Department of Human Services (DHS) to complete dementia training at the beginning of their employment.
Lilly Commemorates Earth Day 2026 with Legislative Initiatives Advancing Environmental Justice and Agricultural Sustainability
In recognition of Earth Day 2026, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting a series of legislative initiatives aimed at strengthening environmental protections, supporting Illinois agriculture, and advancing long-term sustainability across the state.
Manley Highlights Auto Insurance Reform Efforts to Support Consumers, Combat Unfair Increases
As part of her continued efforts to deliver a more affordable Illinois that prioritizes consumers over corporate profits, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently backed reforms to combat unfair and discriminatory auto insurance practices.
Ford Advances Millionaire Amendment to Support Schools, Deliver Property Tax Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, advanced a proposal out of a House committee Tuesday that would give voters an opportunity to institute a 3% surtax on income over $1 million and deliver billions to schools and homeowners in property tax relief.
Jiménez-Backed Consumer Protection Measure on Unfair Store Return Policies Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is standing up for working families by championing legislation that puts power back in the hands of consumers. The bill ensures that retailers across Illinois adopt fair and transparent return policies by prohibiting blanket “no return” rules and requiring options such as store credit or exchanges for unused, unopened items.
Faver Dias Legislation to Lower Utility Costs for Working Families Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to lowering costs for working families, state Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, advanced legislation this week to freeze utility surcharge rates while increasing access to low-income discount rate programs for gas and electric bills.
Avelar Measure Offering Bilingual Pay Incentive for Illinois State Toll Highway Employees Passes House Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, passed legislation in the House that encourages language proficiency by offering pay incentives for bilingual individuals seeking employment.
Jiménez-Backed Measure Creating Abortion Access Fund Passes House Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, helped advance legislation out of the House chamber Thursday to create the Abortion Access Fund Grant Program, expanding access to abortion care services for uninsured or underinsured patients in Illinois.
Mason Passes Bill Establishing Emergency Training Standards at Child Care Centers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is prioritizing the health and safety of young children by passing legislation requiring at least two non-administrative staff members working on site at a child care center to be trained in first aid, CPR and the Heimlich maneuver in case of an emergency.
Avelar Bill to Clean Up Abandoned Gas Tanks and Protect Drinking Water Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is cleaning up abandoned gas tanks that can leak chemicals into our drinking water and hold back neighborhood development by passing legislation to promote the removal of abandoned, underground storage tanks containing fuel or hazardous chemicals.
Davis Bill to Create Emerging Adult Criminal Task Force Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is highlighting a step toward improving Illinois’ criminal justice system after legislation creating the Emerging Adult Criminal Justice Task Force passed the House.
Vella to Host Paint Recycling Day Event in Partnership with Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful
ROCKFORD, Ill.– State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is excited to announce a community paint recycling event, aimed at helping residents dispose of unwanted paint responsibly. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th, starting at 9:00 AM, in Rockford, IL.