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Avelar Bill Protecting Medication Abortion Access Now Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A new law passed Friday will protect Illinois women’s ability to safely order and access medication abortion, thanks to legislation headed by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, enhancing the state’s shield law to legalize prescribed medication abortion and prevent federal overreach.
Hernandez Major Law Enforcement Hiring Reform Bill Passed in Response to Sonya Massey Murder
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Law enforcement agencies will be better equipped to vet potential officers and make independent, merit-based employment decisions under a new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, improving police hiring practices following the recent killing of an innocent woman in the Springfield area by an officer with a serious record of misconduct.
Gong-Gershowitz Measure Strengthening Immigrants’ Right to Legal Representation Signed into Law
GLENVIEW, Ill. – In another successful step in the fight to secure universal access to legal representation, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, passed a measure to ensure that changes to immigration policy don’t deprive Cook County residents of their existing access to legal counsel.
Rep. Delgado Plan to Lower Student Loan Interest Rates Signed into Law
CHICAGO, Ill. – As students and recent graduates continue to face rising costs, a measure to lower student loan interest rates sponsored by state Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, was signed into law last Friday. The bill combines student loan interests into a lower, fixed rate by empowering the State Treasurer to refinance student loans.
Avelar Bill Protecting Children from Improper Eviction Cases Becomes Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A new law will protect young people from the abusive practice of landlords thanks to the work of state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook. Avelar’s new law will prohibit landlords from suing children along with their parents or guardians, pushing back on an alarming new trend that can affect a young person’s future ability to obtain housing.
Avelar Bill Expanding Skilled Workforce Opportunity Becomes Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — More skilled workforce opportunities will be available for those without high school diplomas, thanks to a new law headed by state Rep Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D- Bolingbrook, that fills critical job shortages while prioritizing work for those without traditional high school or college credentials.
Avelar Aims to Step Up Enforcement of Anti- Discrimination Efforts with New Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — As cases of discrimination rise and federal leaders retreat from workplace equity and public accommodation efforts, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D- Bolingbrook, is providing new tools to help Illinois enforce basic human rights policies with a new law streamlining the investigation process and enhancing protections.
DuBuclet Measure to Ensure State Funds Flow to Equity-Minded Institutions
CHICAGO –A bill sponsored by state Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, will help ensure that the state only invests state dollars in financial institutions that make it a priority to guarantee access to financial services to all customers regardless of their backgrounds.
Canty Public Safety Measure Combating Sexual Exploitation Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A measure carried by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, to protect children from sexual exploitation by groomers and other sexual predators was just signed into law.
Stuart Warehouse Tornado Safety Bill Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Warehouse workers in Illinois will be safer during weather emergencies after the Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act, passed this year by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Friday.
Stava Long-Term Care Protection Bill Becomes Law
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — Older adults in long-term care facilities and nursing homes will have enhanced protections related to transfers and discharges after a bill by state Rep. Anne Stava, D-Downers Grove, was signed into law Friday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Lisa Hernandez Backed Bill Authorizing Sublease Agreement between Riverside Brookfield High School, Brookfield Zoo Signed into Law
CICERO, Ill. – Legislation to allow a sublease agreement between Riverside Brookfield High School and Brookfield Zoo that addresses issues facing parking infrastructure for both facilities, backed by State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, was signed into law on Friday.
Briel Pro-Farm Bill Becomes Law
OTTAWA, Ill. – Working to relieve a universal inconvenience Illinois farmers face during harvesting periods, a new law spearheaded by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, will expand the lawful use of large-scale farm equipment and extend the period for commercial driver’s licenses (CDL) for farm-related industries.
Crawford Champions Legislative Agenda Focused on Education, People with Disabilities, Lauds Passage of Key Bills
CHICAGO – Multiple pieces of legislation championed by state Rep. Mike Crawford, D- Chicago, focused on education and addressing the needs of people with disabilities, were approved by the governor, marking a successful end to Crawford’s first year as state representative.
Davis-Backed Law to Enhance Law Enforcement Background Check Process for Potential Hires
CHICAGO — Law enforcement agencies will be better equipped to vet potential officers and make independent, merit-based employment decisions under a new law backed by state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, improving police hiring practices following the recent killing of an innocent woman in the Springfield area by an officer with a serious record of misconduct.
State Leaders Visit Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. – Continuing the work to improve mental health and addiction recovery support in every corner of Illinois, House Mental Health & Addiction Committee Chair state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe (D-Chicago) is highlighting a recent visit to Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur last Thursday.
Davis Bill Addressing Maternal Health Disparities Now Law
CHICAGO —State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, backed a measure that will improve outcomes for moms and babies of all backgrounds by mandating enhanced training for maternal health care professionals such as doctors, midwives and doulas.
Ammons-Backed Bill Improving Police Hiring Standards Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Law enforcement agencies will be better equipped to vet potential officers and make independent, merit-based employment decisions under a new law backed by state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, improving police hiring practices following the recent killing of an innocent woman in the Springfield area by an officer with a serious record of misconduct.