Latest Updates:
Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding Fitch Ratings Upgrade
“This improved outlook is yet another example of what our state is capable of with strong leadership and responsible economic policy decisions. All three rating agencies have upgraded Illinois’ outlook which is proof we can support families, invest in underserved communities, and be fiscally prudent at the same time. I am incredibly grateful to our House Budgeteer Greg Harris for all of his hard work, as well as the bipartisan budget working groups, for making the fiscal health of our state a top priority. “
Mason to Launch Veterans’ Advisory Council
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is inviting residents to attend the first meeting of her Veterans’ Advisory Council on Zoom at 6 p.m. on Monday. Mason is creating the council with the goal of identifying problems facing local veterans and developing legislative solutions to those issues.
Avelar Highlights Resources for Those Affected by Recent Tornado
WOODRIDGE, Ill. – After the recent tornado that damaged several communities in the western suburbs, State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is drawing attention to several resources to help storm damage victims.
Nichols-Backed Legislation Banning Hair-Based Discrimination in Schools Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In order to ensure a safe learning environment for all students, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation that will prevent schools from prohibiting hairstyles that are historically associated with race or ethnicity.
Ness-Sponsored Bill to Increase Services to Local Seniors Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help our older neighbors maintain healthy, dignified and independent lives, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, sponsored legislation to ensure seniors receiving Meals on Wheels have access to information on diabetes, elder abuse and neglect, financial exploitation, Social Security benefits and Medicare.
Manley Highlights Road Safety, Launch of New Insurance Verification System
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Ahead of the launch of the Illinois Secretary of State’s new Illinois Insurance Verification System (ILIVS), state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is promoting road safety and urging drivers to verify they are insured.
Yednock Backs Amendment to Protect Workers’ Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To protect and strengthen workers’ rights, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, sponsored a constitutional amendment to protect employees’ rights to collectively bargain in the state of Illinois.
Stuart to Host Satellite Office Hours in Granite City
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – To provide a more accessible setting for Granite City residents to receive assistance with state services, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be holding satellite office hours at the Granite City – City Hall on Thursday, June 24 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Mason-Backed Bill to Study Carbon Capture Technologies Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to increase research of carbon capture technologies passed out of the legislature last week and now goes to Gov. J.B. Pritzker to be signed into law.
Slaughter Hosts PPE and Vaccine Distribution Event
CHICAGO – To boost lagging vaccination rates, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently partnered with Bullying Prevention and Awareness 365, Shoop Elementary School and the Chicago Department of Health to host a PPE giveaway and vaccine distribution clinic.
Hernandez Helps Pass Bipartisan Ethics Reform Package
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committing to her promise to crack down on corruption in state government, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, supported a robust ethics reform package this past Spring session, having received overwhelming bipartisan support.
Kifowit Passes Legislation to Create the Veterans Service-Related Ailments Task Force
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing to protect Illinois Veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, has passed legislation to create the Veterans Service-Related Ailments Task Force to work along the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) to find new, efficient ways to help the IDVA advocate for Veterans so they can receive world-class healthcare.
Avelar Highlights Illinois Court Help Service
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is drawing attention to Illinois Court Help, a new service launched by state courts to help residents become more informed and prepared for court appearances.
Slaughter Supports Balanced Budget, Criminal Justice Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, issued the following statement regarding the Illinois House of Representatives’ spring legislative session:
Manley Urges Governor to Sign Initiative Expanding Mental Health Coverage
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Legislation recently passed by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, to make mental health care resources more accessible will now head to Gov. JB Pritzker’s desk to be signed into law.
Mason Passes Bill to Reduce School Food Surpluses and Combat Hunger
GURNEE, Ill. – Excess food at K-12 schools would be used to fight food insecurity under legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, that passed out of the legislature last month. The measure now goes to the governor for final approval.
Ford Backs Elected CPS School Board, Encourages Use of Task Force to Properly Implement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following Wednesday’s passage of a proposal to create an elected Chicago Public Schools board, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is encouraging the use of a task force to ensure that the voices of students, parents and teachers are properly heard as the new system is implemented.
Manley Breaks Ground for New Dog Park
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to provide new resources to her constituents, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined Romeoville officials in a ground breaking ceremony for the construction of a new dog park in Romeoville.