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Slaughter Encourages Local Businesses to Apply for Back to Business Grant
CHICAGO – To assist local businesses as they continue to reopen and recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local business owners to apply for the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) Back to Business grant.
Avelar Recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting resources available for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
Stuart Files Legislation to Combat Rental Scams
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To combat the rise of online rental scams in our community, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, filed legislation that adds rental scams to crimes considered deceptive practices.
Vella Helps Pass Legislation to Keep Byron Generating Plant Open, Saving Jobs and Ensuring Clean Energy
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to fight for the livelihood of his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass an energy bill that ensures the Byron Nuclear Power Plant does not close, protecting the jobs of many local residents and ensuring the flow of clean, reliable energy.
Hoffman Protects Local Jobs, Expands Training for the Future with Energy Modernization Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, delivered a major energy modernization bill Thursday, bringing labor unions, environmental advocates and business groups together to protect local power plant jobs and expand access to new career training as the industry moves toward renewable energy.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on Passage of Historic Energy Proposal
“What the House has accomplished tonight is monumental and life changing for the future generations of Illinois," said House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch. "With the passage of this comprehensive energy proposal, Illinois is on the path to a greener future that...
Mason Secures Property Tax Relief and Decarbonization with Clean Energy Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With the passage of the 2021 clean energy bill, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, successfully secured millions in property tax relief and grants for Zion, paved the way for new green jobs and set out a plan to reduce carbon emissions in Illinois.
Speaker Welch’s Statement of Support for Comprehensive Energy Proposal Sponsored By Leader Evans
“I want to first thank Leaders Evans, Gabel and Hoffman for their tireless work and dedication in helping craft a comprehensive energy proposal that prioritizes our climate, equitable job preservation and creation, and meaningful ethics reform,” said House Speaker...
Stuart Hosting a Virtual Townhall
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting a virtual town hall on Thursday, Sept. 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss her work in Springfield and answer questions from community members about state and local issues. To register for the Zoom event, email repkatiestuart@gmail.com.
Yednock Bill to Waive Trapping License Fees for Veterans Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to support Veterans returning home to Illinois, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, sponsored legislation recently signed into law that allows for disabled veterans, returning military service members, and those who are terminally ill to apply for their Trapping license free of charge. The bill also allows a person to show an electronic copy of their trapping license or Nuisance Wildlife Control Permit instead of the physical, paper license.
Yang Rohr Bill to Combat Opioid Epidemic Signed into Law
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will provide immunity from prosecution to persons seeking medical assistance for an opioid overdose.
Yednock Emphasizes Importance of Emergency Preparedness Plans for National Preparedness Month
OTTAWA, Ill. – To ensure residents are ready for any emergency or disaster that could happen at any time, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting National Preparedness Month.
Hirschauer-Sponsored Law Expands Access to Affordable Birth Control
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure residents have affordable and accessible healthcare available, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, sponsored a new law that provides certain types of hormonal contraception over the counter.
Vella Highlights Job Center Reopening in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that job seekers are able to take advantage of all of the resources available to them, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is highlighting the recent reopening of The Workforce Connection in Rockford, which can assist jobseekers with a variety of employment services.
Avelar-Backed Legislation Expands Mental Health Treatment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to make health care affordable and accessible for local families, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, backed legislation recently signed into law to require insurance companies to cover necessary mental health...
Mason Co-Sponsored Law Protects Children with Allergies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to keep all children safe at school, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, co-sponsored legislation recently signed into law requiring schools and day care centers to have a plan if a child with allergies experiences a life threatening...
Speaker Welch Statement on House Returning to Springfield
The Illinois House plans to return on Thursday, September 9th for the purpose of considering legislative measures related to a comprehensive energy proposal.
Hirschauer to Host Job Fair on September 16
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To help local employers connect with jobseekers, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is hosting a Job Fair at Elgin Community College on Sept. 16.