Latest Updates:
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.
Mason Hosting Virtual Utility Bill Clinic on July 21
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is partnering with the Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB) to host a virtual Utility Bill Clinic on Wednesday, July 21 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Avelar Highlights Investor Education Resources
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To help local residents invest soundly and stay clear of fraud, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting Investor.gov, a set of investor education resources available from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Vella to Host Mobile Driver Services Unit Event
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to provide useful services to his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, will be hosting the Illinois Secretary of State’s Mobile Driver Service Unit at his district office on Saturday, July 17.
Stuart Announces July Office Hours in Granite City
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – Granite City residents looking to receive assistance with state services can stop by city hall between 1 and 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 29 for state Rep. Katie Stuart’s, D-Edwardsville, monthly satellite office hours.
Ness Highlights Infrastructure Improvement Projects Commencing in McHenry County
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is highlighting multiple road improvement projects in McHenry County that are underway.
Avelar Draws Attention to Available Resources for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To raise attention about disparities in mental health care and help local residents access mental health resources, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is recognizing July as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation Allowing Student Athlete Endorsement Deals Now Law
CHICAGO – Under a new Illinois law sponsored by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, college athletes are finally able to make endorsement deals with companies and profit from their talents.