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Buckner Sponsors Bill to Pay College Athletes for Their Likeness
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – College Athletes in Illinois will be paid for their likeness thanks to a bill sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago.
Yednock to Host Mobile DMV in Granville
OTTAWA, Ill. –State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is ensuring local residents and families have easy access to Secretary of State services by hosting a Mobile DMV Unit on Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Granville Village Offices, located at 316 S. McCoy St in Granville.
Secretary of State, National Historians to Address the House Statue and Monument Review Task Force
CHICAGO – Deputy Majority Leader state Rep. Mary Flowers, D-Chicago, welcomes Secretary of State Jesse White to address the House Statue and Monument Review Task Force hearing on Wednesday, June 9 at 10:30 a.m. at the Michael A. Bilandic Building, located at 160 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago. The meeting will be held in the sixth floor committee room.
Slaughter-Backed Bill Banning Hair Discrimination in Schools Passes Both Chambers
CHICAGO –To strengthen Illinois’ commitment to diversity and inclusion in schools, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that prohibits K-12 schools across the state from banning hairstyles associated with cultural, racial or ethnic identities.
Yang Rohr Backs Measure to Expand Access to Diabetes Testing, Increase Preventative Measures
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – To expand access to life-saving preventative diabetes screenings for Illinois residents, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, recently passed legislation to require insurers to cover important tests for people with or at risk of developing diabetes.
Ness Highlights New Rental Relief Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is encouraging tenants and landlords who have experienced financial hardship because of the pandemic to apply for relief funding through the new Illinois Rental Payment Program.
Nichols Proposal Would Exempt Disabled First Responders from Property Taxes
CHICAGO – In one of his first acts in office, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation that would allow first responders who are severely injured in the line-of-duty to not pay property taxes.
Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding Governor Pritzker Signing Maps
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – New ethics standards and government transparency requirements that have long been needed in Illinois will be made law under legislation State Rep. Margaret Croke, D-Chicago, helped pass.
Lilly Champions Health Care Access, Equitable Recovery during Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after the end of the 2021 Spring Legislative Session:
Stuart Leads Effort to Reduce Trailer Fees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A proposal to reduce the license plate fee for small trailers is set to become law after months of advocacy by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville.
Mason Invites Residents to Women’s Advisory Council
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is asking residents to join her for the next meeting of her Women’s Advisory Council on Zoom at 6 p.m. on Monday.
Vella Helps Pass Legislation Cracking Down on Corruption
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his commitment to cleaning up corruption in Springfield, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, backed an ethics reform package that will increase transparency and end corrupt practices to ensure that elected officials are working in the best interest of their constituents.
Didech: Post-Pandemic Illinois Can Thrive
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, issued the following statement upon the General Assembly’s adjournment on Monday:
Smith: A ‘New Day’ in Illinois as Fresh Leadership Passes Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicholas K. Smith, D-Chicago, issued the following statement upon the General Assembly’s adjournment this week:
Slaughter Champions Legislation to Allow Student Athletes to Sign Endorsement Deals
CHICAGO – College athletes in Illinois would be able to earn money from endorsement deals under legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago.
Gordon-Booth Commits to Equity for All in Final Days of Spring Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy work to ensure that families of all backgrounds have access to the opportunities they need to thrive, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, fought for an agenda that ensures fair representation in government, improved public health and safety, and tax incentives for the Peoria community. She issued the following statement:
Lake County House Democrats Secure Funding To Renovate Stevenson Home, Averting Destruction Of Historic Building
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – On Monday, the Illinois General Assembly approved the state’s annual budget for fiscal year 2022, which includes $1.1 million for necessary renovations for the Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home at the request of the six Democrats who represent portions of Lake County in the House of Representatives.
Slaughter Invites Families to PPE and COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Event
CHICAGO – To help local families protect themselves against COVID-19, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Bullying Prevention Awareness 365 and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) to distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) and the COVID-19 vaccine.