Latest Updates:
Mason Highlights New Relief Funds Available for Small Businesses
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is encouraging small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for the Back to Business Grants now available through the state and the Department of Commerce and Economic Activity (DCEO).
Hirschauer Highlights Back to Business Program Grants
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – As businesses continue to recover from the pandemic, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is encouraging small businesses to apply for the Back to Business grant program (B2B) from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).
Stuart-Backed Bill to Increase Access to FMLA for Educators Signed into Law
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To improve Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) coverage, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, sponsored a measure that qualifies hourly workers at public schools, universities, and community colleges for 12 weeks of unpaid leave under the FMLA.
Kifowit Encourages Local and Small Businesses to Apply to the Illinois Back to Business Grant Program
AURORA, Ill. – In an effort to further support the local economy, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, encourages small and local businesses to apply for the Back to Business Grant Program, which has been set up to support the continued recovery of Illinois businesses. The application process formally opens August 18 for businesses to begin to apply.
New Nichols-Supported Law Expands Rental Assistance
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that residents are not struggling to keep a roof over their head, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation expanding eligibility for rental assistance.
Vella Legislation Honoring Illinois National Guard Soldiers Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that Illinois National Guard soldiers are given the recognition and respect they deserve, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation providing an Illinois State flag to the next of kin of Illinois National Guard soldiers who die while on active state duty.
Hernandez-Backed Measure to Increase Prescription Drug Affordability
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported a measure to create a prescription drug repository program in Illinois, allowing for unused, unopened prescription drugs to be donated and distributed to patients.
Vella Legislation Lowering Trailer Fees Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To help keep money in the pockets of his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped passed legislation that was recently signed into law that lowers the annual fee for licenses plates for small trailers.
Buckner Appointed to Human Trafficking Task Force
CHICAGO – To help develop policies and best practices for combatting human trafficking in Illinois, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, has been appointed to the newly created Human Trafficking Task Force.
Yednock-Led Legislation to Promote Agricultural Education Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Agricultural sciences will now count toward science requirements for undergraduate admissions at Illinois universities thanks to legislation brought forward by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa.
Avelar Highlights Importance of Vision Health for National Eye Exam Month
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To promote the importance of vision health, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting National Eye Exam Month this August.
Hernandez Invites Residents to ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Meeting in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – As part of her continued efforts to be accessible to residents, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Hernandez, is hosting a ‘Coffee and Conversation’ meeting on Saturday, Aug. 28 at Jake’s Bagels in Aurora. She is inviting community members to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Yednock Highlights $250 Million on Offer for Illinois Small Businesses
OTTAWA, Ill. – To better help local businesses recover from historic economic hardship, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is encouraging Illinois Valley business owners to apply for real financial relief provided through Governor Pritzker’s administration.
Ness Highlights National Immunization Month, Encourages Residents to Get Vaccinated
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – This National Immunization Month, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is highlighting the importance of vaccines as students start to head back to school and COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise.
Manley Partnering with Village of Romeoville to Host a Shred Day Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to provide useful services to residents, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, will be holding a free “Drive Thru Shred Event” with Romeoville Mayor John Noak on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Romeoville Village Hall, located at 105 W. Romeo Rd in Romeoville.
Yednock Highlights Safe and Sound Week, Encourages Businesses to Promote Health and Safety Programs for Employees
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is encouraging businesses to promote health and safety programs for their employees during Safe and Sound Week, August 9-15.
Stava-Murray Appointed to Human Trafficking Task Force
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Naperville, was recently appointed by Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch to a Human Trafficking Task Force to address the growing problem of human trafficking across Illinois.
Hirschauer Hosts Free Community Shred Day
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To help local residents safely dispose of old documents, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is hosting a Free Community Shred Day on Aug. 28 at Leman Middle School in West Chicago.