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Scherer-Sponsored Legislation Raising Awareness on Human Trafficking Signed into Law
DECATUR, Ill. – To advocate for and protect victims of human trafficking, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, introduced legislation that was recently signed into law that encourages businesses to post human trafficking awareness notices in their public bathrooms.
Buckner-Sponsored Measure Enhances Anti-Discrimination and Equal Pay Laws
CHICAGO – A measure that enhances anti-discrimination measures and equal pay requirements sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Avelar Opens New Constituent Service Office
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As part of her commitment to providing accessible constituent services to local residents, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is opening a new constituent service office at 623 E. Boughton Road, Suite 130, in Bolingbrook.
Stuart-Sponsored Bill to Track Teacher Certification Sent to Governor
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide better tracking on National Board Certification for teachers in Illinois, State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, sponsored a measure that requires schools to report annually to the Illinois State Board of Education the number of teachers with board certification.
Mason Hosting Blood Drive Aug. 17 in Zion
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, will be hosting a blood drive on Aug. 17 from 2 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the Zion Park District located at 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive in Zion.
Vella Legislation Supporting American Businesses Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To help prioritize supporting American businesses, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation requiring Illinois state institutions to purchase Illinois state flags that are made in the United States.
Ness Welcomes Local Residents to ‘Coffee in Your Community’ Event
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to be accessible to residents, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is hosting a ‘Coffee in Your Community’ event on Saturday, Aug. 21 at Elder and Oat in West Dundee. She is inviting community members to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Mason Expands Solar Energy Access with New Law
GURNEE, Ill. – Continuing her fight against climate change by growing renewable energy in Illinois, State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, co-sponsored legislation recently signed into law to help people in a homeowners association install solar panels on their house.
Slaughter-Backed Bill Mandates Instruction on Asian American History in Illinois Schools
CHICAGO – A new law supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, will require every public K-12 school in Illinois to provide students instruction on the contributions of Asian Americans.
Vella Meets with Constituents during “Donuts with Dave” Event
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to meet with as many residents as possible throughout his district, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, hosted a Donuts with Dave event and had a cup of coffee and donuts with constituents at a local small business. At the event, residents received an update on the legislation Vella worked on since taking office earlier this year and spoke with Vella about the issues that matter most to them and what they would like to see him focus on moving forward.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Passing U.S. Senate
“I am thrilled to see the U.S. Senate pass the bipartisan infrastructure deal. This is a monumental package that shows Washington can still work together, so I thank Senators Durbin and Duckworth for their leadership and contributions to reaching across the aisle. This deal is important for the people of Illinois to ensure we maintain our status as the transportation and logistics hub of the Midwest. I am also incredibly eager to see progress with the human infrastructure proposal, which includes significant investments to support working-class families. This is the type of progress we all need and deserve.”
Mayfield Measure to Protect Immigrant Families Signed into Law
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – A new law spearheaded by state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, will prohibit local governments from signing contracts with the federal government to detain immigrants and will institute protections for immigrants to ensure law enforcement personnel and resources are not being deputized by the federal government for immigration enforcement.
Hernandez-Backed Bill to Allow for Mental Health Days in Schools Now Law
AURORA, Ill. – A bill sponsored by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to include mental health days in students’ excused absences was recently signed into law.
Stuart-Sponsored Bill to Combat Elder Abuse Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD – To protect vulnerable older adults from abuse, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, sponsored a measure to increase reporting and investigation on elder abuse as a culmination of her work on the Illinois Elder Abuse Task Force. The governor signed Stuart’s measure into law on July 26.
Ness-Supported Measure to Provide Automatic Property Tax Relief Signed by Governor
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – As part of her commitment to reduce property taxes, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, supported a measure to make it easier for seniors, veterans and persons with disabilities to access property tax relief.
Yang Rohr-Sponsored Law Provides Support to Students with Developmental Disabilities
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will better connect parents and guardians of students with developmental disabilities with state resources.
Yang Rohr and Ellman to Host Free Community Shred Day
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, and state Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, are hosting a free community shred day for local residents to properly dispose of outdated documents that may contain personal information.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Pushes for Juvenile Justice Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Juveniles being interrogated by Illinois law enforcement will no longer have to deal with any deceptive practices, such as lying about evidence, thanks to a new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora.