View up to date information on how Illinois is responding to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and find helpful resources at the
State of Illinois Coronavirus Response Site and the Illinois House Democratic Caucus Coronavirus Resource Site.
Latest Updates:
Yingling Highlights Small Business Relief Program
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – With many small businesses facing disruptions in business due to the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is encouraging small business owners to apply for grants through the Business Interruption Grants (BIG) program.
Hurley Highlights Importance of Safe Driving Practices After Impaired Driving Prevention Month
CHICAGO – As Impaired Driving Prevention Month comes to an end, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is calling attention to the importance of practicing safe driving practices throughout the year.
Mason Highlights School Habitat Grants
GURNEE, Ill. – To encourage environmental education in schools, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant. The program was created to teach students about the importance of wildlife preservation by awarding funds to schools that create gardens using native Illinois plants.
Stuart-Backed Insulin Price Cap to Take Effect
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To make lifesaving medication more affordable for diabetic Illinoisans, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, supported a new measure to cap patients’ out-of-pocket insulin costs at $100 for a 30-day supply. The new state law takes effect on Jan. 1.
Yingling Highlights Impaired Driving Prevention Month
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – With December being Impaired Driving Prevention Month, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is reminding residents to make sure that they are driving safely throughout the holiday season and beyond.
Mussman Highlights Tollway Relief Program
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To provide residents with financial relief from toll violations, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is alerting residents to the upcoming deadline for the Tollway Relief Program, which expires at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 30.
Hurley-Backed Measure to Cap Out-of-Pocket Insulin Cost to Take Effect
CHICAGO – To make lifesaving medication more affordable for diabetic Illinoisans, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, recently supported a new measure to cap out-of-pocket insulin costs. This new law takes effect Jan. 1.
Gordon-Booth Secures Health and Safety Resources for Peoria Public Schools and Wraparound Center
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, announced that she has helped the Peoria Public Schools (PPS) secure nearly $200,000 in state funding for personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect against the COVID-19 virus. The grant funding also includes funding for the food pantry at the PPS Wraparound Center.
Yingling Highlights Attorney General’s Safe Shopping Guide
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – With the holiday season fast approaching, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is encouraging residents to look over the Illinois Attorney General’s Safe Shopping Guide.
Mason Highlights Driver Services Updates
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is reminding residents of several coronavirus-related changes to state driver services, including temporarily closing all Department of Motor Vehicle facilities until Jan. 5 and extending expiring state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards until June 1.
Costa Howard Highlights Safe, Enjoyable Winter Activities in DuPage County
LOMBARD – Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, is encouraging residents to enjoy the winter highlights of DuPage County and find some holiday cheer despite the challenges of this pandemic year.
Mussman Urges Safe Driving Practices, Highlights Impaired Driving Prevention Month
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To promote the safety of residents on Illinois roadways, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is highlighting Impaired Driving Prevention Month by urging drivers to exercise caution before getting behind the wheel of a car.
Yingling Encourages Residents to Sign Up For COVID-19 Vaccine Notification System
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – With COVID-19 vaccines planned to be distributed in the upcoming months, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is highlighting the opening of Lake County’s AllVax portal, which residents can use to register and get notified when appointments to get the vaccine are available.
Mason Shares Lake County Contact-Tracing Employment Opportunity
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting the Lake County Health Department’s COVID-19 case investigator job openings and urging local residents to apply. The positions are part of the county’s contact-tracing program, which identifies and alerts individuals who have interacted with someone who has recently tested positive for the coronavirus.
Didech Asks Neighbors for Legislative Ideas
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – Looking ahead to the 102nd General Assembly, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is encouraging constituents to submit their ideas for legislation that could help address local issues.
Hurley Alerts Residents to Tollway Relief Program
CHICAGO – To provide financial relief to residents with tolling violations, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is highlighting the Tollway Relief Program, which allows drivers to pay off their fines for a reduced cost until 5 pm on Dec. 30.
Stuart Seeks New Legislative Ideas from Residents
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In preparation for a new legislative session beginning in mid-January, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting residents to share their ideas for new state laws or improvements to existing ones.
Yingling Reminds Residents to Pay Reduced Fees for Unpaid Toll Violations
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is encouraging residents to take advantage of the Illinois Tollway’s program that allows residents to pay unpaid toll violations at a reduced rate until Dec. 30, 2020.