Latest Updates:
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Recieves Respiratory Health Association Award for Leadership in Lung Health
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition for her work to maintain clean air, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently received an award from the Respiratory Health Association.
Mayfield Appointed to Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to her efforts to curb violence in Lake County, state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, was recently appointed by Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch to a bipartisan Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force.
Ness Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Supports Creation of “Colton’s Task Force”
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – To recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is highlighting the state’s newly created Domestic Violence Task Force, also known as ‘Colton’s Task Force,’ to help protect survivors of abuse.
Manley Encourages Residents to Return Unused Prescriptions on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Ahead of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 23, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging residents to safely dispose of their unused prescriptions to keep our communities safe.
Guerrero-Cuellar Statement on Vaccine Reporting Mandate
CHICAGO – State Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, issued the following statement in response to public safety concerns over the potential reduction of police officers in the field regarding the recently implemented city vaccine reporting mandate:
Ness Promotes National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – In recognition of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is encouraging residents to drop off unused and unneeded prescription drugs at local collection spots on Saturday, Oct. 23.
Stuart to Host Extended Office Hours
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help working families connect with their elected officials, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be holding extended office hours on Oct. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at her district office located at 2105 Vandalia St., #16 in Collinsville.
Avelar Reminds Residents of Upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is reminding residents of the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 23rd.
Slaughter-Backed Measure Requires Insurance Companies to Provide Coverage for Mental Health Services
CHICAGO – To improve the mental health and wellbeing of communities across the state, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that will require insurance companies to provide policyholders with coverage for mental health and substance abuse services.
Vella Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Highlights Resources for Survivors
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is encouraging residents to learn about the various resources that are available to support survivors of domestic violence.
Hernandez Bringing Mobile DMV Event to Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is helping residents conveniently renew driver’s licenses, get plate stickers and access other services by partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to bring driver services to Aurora’s North Island Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 5.
Avelar Encourages Latino High School Students to Attend Local Si Se Puede College Prep Conference
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As the deadline for early college admission rolls in, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is encouraging her Latino constituents to take advantage of Lewis University’s Si Se Puede college prep conference.
Slaughter Continues the Fight for Criminal Justice Reform on Task Force on Constitutional Rights and Remedies
CHICAGO – To advance the conversation around policing and the continued use of qualified immunity, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago was recently appointed by House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch as one of the co-chairs of the Constitutional Rights and Remedies Task Force.
Yang Rohr to Host Monthly Coffee and Conversation Event for Community Members
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – To continue in her efforts to openly engage with area residents, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting her monthly ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. via Zoom.
Vella-Backed Ethics Legislation Signed into Law, Continues Efforts to Crack Down on Corruption
ROCKFORD, Ill. – In order to ensure that state government is focused on addressing the issues facing Illinoisans, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass a comprehensive ethics reform package which was recently signed into law.
Mah Works to Protect Residents, Joins the Public Safety & Violence Prevention Task Force
CHICAGO – As part of her efforts to explore all avenues to reduce crime, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, will work to find comprehensive solutions to violence as part of the Public Safety & Violence Prevention Task Force.
House and Senate Redistricting Committees Release Map of Proposed New Congressional Boundaries, Public encouraged to provide feedback at upcoming public hearings or through online portal
SPRINGFIELD – The House and Senate Redistricting Committees have released a proposed map of new congressional boundaries designed to comply with federal law and ensure the broad diversity of the state is reflected in the elected officials sent to represent Illinois in Washington D.C.
House Redistricting Committee to Hold Hearing in Edwardsville, Public Encouraged to Provide Input on Congressional Boundaries
The committee is holding a series of public hearings to gather input as the General Assembly begins the process of creating new congressional and judicial subcircuit boundaries. Members of the public may request to provide testimony, submit electronic testimony or submit electronic witness slips in advance of the hearings via the General Assembly website www.ilga.gov or through email at redistrictingcommittee@hds.ilga.gov.