Latest Updates:
Hernandez and Zalewski to Host Free Community Shred Day
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez will be hosting a free community shredding event this Saturday, July 24, with state Rep. Michael Zalewski, D-Riverside.
Ness Highlights Expansion of Financial Assistance for Child Care Costs
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – Alerting residents to improvements that will help working parents save their hard-earned dollars, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is highlighting a significant expansion of eligibility for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) and reduced child care costs.
Slaughter Highlights Small Business Innovation and Research Week
CHICAGO – To assist small business owners in accessing critical resources and ensure they are set up for success, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Week.
Manley-Backed Legislation Providing Resources to Crime Victims Signed into Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to support survivors of crimes, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation that was recently signed into law by Gov. Pritzker to provide additional funds to victims of violent crimes and their families who incurred financial costs as a result of the crime.
Vella to Host Ice Cream Social in Loves Park
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his commitment to being an open and accessible representative, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is hosting an Ice Cream Social event to give residents an opportunity to share their feedback on his work in Springfield.
Hernandez Job Fair Aids Resurgent Local Economy
AURORA, Ill. – In an effort to offer opportunities to local businesses and those looking for jobs in the community, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently held a community job fair at the Prisco Community Center.
Yang Rohr Encourages Residents to Become Bone Marrow Donors
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is raising awareness for the need of lifesaving bone marrow donations and is encouraging those who are able to consider donating.
Hernandez Highlights ID Renewal Extensions Offered by the Secretary of State
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is informing residents of news from the Secretary of State’s Office that driver’s licenses and state ID card expiration dates have been extended.
Ness To Host Mobile Office Hours in July and August
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is hosting her mobile office hours on Tuesday, July 27 in Algonquin and on Tuesday, August 3 in Lake in the Hills. She is inviting residents from the 66th district to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Nichols-Backed Legislation Cracking Down on Wage Theft Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that workers are not being taken advantage of by employers, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, backed legislation that was recently signed into law that increases penalties against employers who underpay their employees.
Mason Announces Create-A-Bill Contest
GURNEE, Ill. – Working to engage people of all ages in state government, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is sponsoring a Create-A-Bill contest for students across her district.
Yang Rohr to Host July ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Event
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting her monthly ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event on Saturday, July 31 at her district office. She is inviting residents from Naperville and Warrenville to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Nichols Highlights Child Care Assistance Program Expansion
CHICAGO – State Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, is highlighting recent updates to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) aimed at making child care more affordable for low-income residents.
Slaughter-Backed Measure Empowering Sexual Assault Survivors is Now Law
CHICAGO – A measure backed by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to help sexual assault survivors better navigate the justice system is now the law in Illinois.
Hernandez Works to Expand Telehealth Coverage
AURORA, Ill. – Working to ensure adequate health care coverage for Illinois residents during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, helped pass several measures that will increase access to telehealth services for Illinoisans.
Yednock Highlights $8 Million Available for Illinois Apprenticeship Programs
OTTAWA, Ill. – Continuing his support for the workforce of Illinois, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting new apprenticeship opportunities available for employers and employees throughout the state of Illinois.
Ness Encourages Safe Driving Habits as State Launches New Insurance Verification System
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – Following the recent launch of the Illinois Secretary of State’s new Insurance Verification System (ILIVS), state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is urging drivers to continue practicing safe driving habits and verify they are insured.
Vella-Backed Legislation Expanding Health Care Coverage Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that all residents have access to quality health care coverage, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation that was recently signed into law by Gov. Pritzker that includes a number of expansions to Illinois’ Medicaid system that provides additional support to the residents who need it most.