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Manley Supports Legislation Cutting Taxes for Businesses Contributing to Employee College Saving Plans
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to incentivize businesses to help their employees save for college, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation out of the House of Representatives extending a tax credit for businesses that contribute to employee college saving plans.
Speaker Welch’s Statement regarding Rep. LaToya Greenwood Leadership Role
“I am happy to announce that I have appointed Representative LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, as Majority Conference Chairperson,” said House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.
Hirschauer Passes Comprehensive Gun Safety Measure to Block Illegal Ownership, Improve FOID Card Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to curb the flow of illegal firearms and prevent violence, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, passed legislation Saturday to strengthen the state’s gun licensing system. Hirschauer’s House Bill 1091, dubbed the Block Illegal Ownership and Fix the FOID bill, now moves to the Senate for consideration.
Leader Hernandez’s Statement Regarding Passage of Legislative Map
“Today Illinoisans can be proud that their elected officials upheld their constitutional obligation by passing a map that adheres to state and federal laws, while also reflecting the diversity of the state,” said Rep. Lisa Hernandez, Chair of the House Redistricting Committee.
Manley Participates in Virtual Girl Scout Day of Democracy
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To help prepare the next generation to get involved in state and local government, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, talked to local girl scouts during their “Day of Democracy” earlier this month.
Mason Passes Bill to Expand Insurance Coverage for Cancer Prevention Screenings
GURNEE, Ill. – Residents may soon have easier access to lifesaving colorectal cancer prevention screenings under legislation passed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee. Mason’s House Bill 2653 was voted out of the Senate yesterday and now goes to the governor’s desk for final approval.
House and Senate Democrats Release Revised Legislative Map and Propose New Cook County Board of Review Boundaries
SPRINGFIELD – The Senate and House Redistricting Committees today released an updated version of the proposed legislative map that includes changes suggested by community groups, advocacy organizations and individuals during hours of testimony at four public hearings held this week.
Stuart Sponsors Bill to Protect Survivors of Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of human trafficking would be able to keep their personal information and location confidential under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-
Edwardsville, which passed the House on Wednesday.
Mason-Backed Bill to Strengthen Online Stalking Protections Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – A measure championed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to better protect stalking victims from online harassment was approved by the House on Wednesday. The bill now goes to Gov. JB Pritzker for final approval.
Vella Backs Bill to Extend Claims Deadline for Those Killed in the Line of Duty
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that those who die while serving their community are properly compensated, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass legislation that would extend the deadline for compensation claims.
Slaughter Supports Bill to Empower Survivors of Workplace Sexual Harassment
CHICAGO – Businesses would be prohibited from asking employees to sign confidentiality agreements that limit their ability to speak out about instances of sexual assault and harassment under legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago.
State Reps. Carroll, Didech to Host Free Drive-Thru Document Shredding Event on June 12
NORTHBROOK, Ill. – Continuing their efforts to help protect constituents from identity theft, state Reps. Jonathon Carroll, D-Northbrook, and Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, will host a free drive-thru summer document shredding event on Saturday, June 12 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Mike Rylko Community Park, located at 1000 N. Buffalo Grove Rd. in Buffalo Grove.
Mason Bill to Restore Benefits to LGBTQ Veterans Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – Today, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, passed her measure out of the Senate to restore state benefits to LGBTQ veterans who have been denied access to them because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Stuart Backs Bill to Expand Insurance Coverage for Cancer Testing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Cancer patients would have easier access to certain tests doctors use to determine their best treatment options under legislation that state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently voted to approve.
Slaughter Urges Continued Adherence to Public Health Guidelines During COVID ‘Bridge Phase’
CHICAGO – As Illinois moves closer to a full reopening, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents and business owners to take note of the latest capacity limits and to continue following public health measures to keep COVID cases down.
Vella Backs Legislation Expanding Tax Deduction for Companies
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With many businesses struggling due to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is backing legislation to provide relief to companies by allowing them to receive a full State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction, rather than the deduction being capped at $10,000.
Hirschauer Joins House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, has been appointed to serve on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for the remainder of the 2021-2022 legislative session, pledging to be a strong advocate for military families and veterans seeking support to meet their housing, employment and health care needs.
Senate and House Democrats Propose New Supreme Court Boundaries
SPRINGFIELD – The Senate and House Redistricting Committees today released a proposed map of new Illinois Supreme Court boundaries to bring them into compliance with the Illinois Constitution by reflecting population shifts over the nearly 60 years since the map was last drawn in 1963.