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Yednock Highlights Grants Available for Volunteer Fire Departments
OTTAWA, Ill. – To ensure fire departments and first responders are receiving proper funding, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting new grants available for volunteer and combination fire departments by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM).
Speaker Welch’s Statement On Moody’s Ratings Upgrade
“There’s consensus—not only have all three rating agencies upgraded our state’s outlook, but now Moody’s has given Illinois a full credit upgrade.”
Avelar to Host Mobile DMV in Bolingbrook
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. –State Rep.Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is ensuring local residents and families have easy access to Secretary of State services by hosting a Mobile DMV Unit on Saturday, July 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Levy Senior Center, located at 251 Canterbury Lane in Bolingbrook.
Hernandez Extends Immigration Assistance for Survivors of Human Trafficking with New Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law spearheaded by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will assist immigrants who are survivors of human trafficking.
Hernandez to Host Property Tax Seminar with Cook County Accessor’s Office
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will be partnering with the Cook County Accessor’s office to bring a free property tax appeals seminar to assist residents with lowering their bills.
Hoffman Sponsors Legislation Promoting Businesses working with Universities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing his work to advance higher education and help local businesses, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, sponsored legislation to help local businesses partner with area colleges and universities to expand research opportunities for key parts of the local economy.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Combats Domestic Violence, Creates Protection Measures for Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois will make cracking down on domestic abusers and supporting survivors a priority under legislation backed by State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, which creates a task force dedicated to creating and efforcing anti-domestic violence measures.
Mason Passes Bill Allowing Campaign Funds to be Used for Child Care
GURNEE, Ill. – Serving in public office would be more accessible to working and middle-class parents under legislation supported by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee. Senate Bill 825 passed out of both chambers earlier this month and now goes to the governor’s desk for final approval.
Ness Invites Community to Share Thoughts at First Mobile Office Hours
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – To encourage community engagement and facilitate discussions about important issues, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is inviting residents to her first mobile office hours event on Thursday, July 1.
Avelar Highlights Financial Assistance for COVID-19 Funeral Expenses
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting financial assistance for funeral expenses available for local residents who have lost a loved one to COVID-19.
Stuart: Collinsville, Edwardsville Fire Departments Receive State Grants
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Two local fire departments have been awarded funding through the Illinois State Fire Marshall’s Small Equipment Grant program, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, announced Monday.
Slaughter-Backed Gun Safety Bill Passes General Assembly
CHICAGO –To strengthen Illinois’ commitment to keeping guns out of the hands of dangerous individuals, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that will modernize the state’s Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) system. House Bill 562 passed both chambers of the General Assembly earlier this month.
Hirschauer Bill Empowering Sexual Assault Survivors Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of sexual assault would receive up-to-date information about Illinois’ online tracking system for evidence collection kits under legislation introduced by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, which was signed into law on Friday.
Nichols Helps Pass Ethic Reforms Package to Crack Down on Corruption
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to ensure state government is working for Illinoisans, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, backed legislation that would create stronger ethics laws for state elected officials.
Vella Backs Legislation Improving Price Structuring for Prescription Drug Insurance
ROCKFORD, Ill. – In order to improve health insurance transparency, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass legislation that would require insurance companies to offer insurance plans with a flat-dollar copay prescription drug payment structure.
Yang Rohr Convenes Advisory Panels to Hear from Residents on Key Issues
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, recently announced the dates of her newly formed citizen advisory panels to discuss major issues facing the state, including education, economic development, veteran’s wellness and more.
Stuart to Host Community Blood Drive
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To alleviate blood shortages due to the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a blood drive with Impact Life, formerly known as Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. The drive will take place on Monday, June 28 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 365 in Collinsville.
Vella Helps Pass Legislation Allowing Residents to Keep Unemployment Benefits Overpays
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With many still recovering from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, supported legislation that would keep non-fraudulent unemployment overpayments obtained during the COVID-19 pandemic in the pockets of residents rather than forcing recipients to return the money.