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Yang Rohr Works with Student to Sponsor Bill To Include Media Literacy As Part Of School Curriculum
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – New forms of media continue to proliferate and exert their influence on important issues. State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is sponsoring House Bill 234 to ensure that students have the tools they need to be strong critical thinkers in evaluating media sources.
Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding House Returning To Springfield
“As I indicated before we adjourned on the final day of session, the House is expected to return next week on Wednesday, June 16 to take care of some final-action legislation.
Croke Works for Ethics Reform, Government Transparency
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.
Ellman and Yang Rohr Invite Residents to Mobile DMV Event in Naperville
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Senator Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, and State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, are partnering with the Secretary of State’s Office to host a Mobile DMV event on Friday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their constituent services office, located at 475 River Bend Rd, Suite 500, in Naperville.
Vella Sponsors 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 support from state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford.
Slaughter Encourages Students to Apply for Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging students who are interested in seeking higher education to apply for the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) Scholarship.
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.
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.
Conroy: Common Sense Budgeting Can Spring a New Day in Springfield under Fresh Leadership in a Post Pandemic Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, issued the following statement upon the General Assembly’s adjournment this week:
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.
Yingling Backs Legislation to Provide Property Tax Relief to Seniors
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – To provide support to the senior community, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, voted in favor of legislation that would expand the eligibility of those able to defer their property taxes.
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.