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Rep. Barbara Hernandez Cracks Down on Physical Restraints and Forced Isolation of Students
AURORA, Ill. – Physically restraining and isolating children with behavioral problems will be banned in Illinois schools following a new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, which phases out these damaging measures.
Stuart Warns Against Online Housing Rental Frauds
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In response to recent reports of housing rental frauds, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, is informing residents how to report these crimes to state consumer protection and local law enforcement.
Stuart-Sponsored Bill to Provide Mental Health Resources for First Responders Signed into Law
COLLINSVILLE, Ill – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, supported a measure to provide resources on mental health for first responders by requiring the Illinois Department of Human Service (DHS) to create an online database and resource page.
LaPointe Measure Would Address IDES Overpayment, Return Money to Residents in Need
CHICAGO – Illinois residents who were overpaid by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), through no fault of their own and whose money was unfairly recouped, could receive a refund under state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe’s, D-Chicago, new proposal.
Senate and House Redistricting Committees Update Online Mapmaking Portal with New Census Information
Public encouraged to submit maps as lawmakers consider changes to legislative boundaries.
Speaker Welch Appoints Cook County Board of Ethics Member, Experienced Judge to Legislative Inspector General Search Committee
Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Marcus Salone to serve on the Legislative Ethics Commission’s search committee.
Avelar Highlights Open Applications for Back to Business Grants
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – In an effort to continue her support for small businesses, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting the open application portal for Back to Business grants, giving $250 million back to small businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Vella Continues “Dave on Duty” Tour, Meets with Local Small Business
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his “Dave on Duty” tour in which he visits with small businesses across the district to better understand their needs and how he can best represent them in Springfield, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, visited local small business Cucina Di Rosa.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Caps Crippling Student Loan Debt Relief Fees
AURORA, Ill. – Illinois college students will receive financial relief due to a new law passed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora. The measure will cap fees on student loan debt relief services.
Crespo Law to Protect Child Victims of Sexual Assault and Abuse by Establishing Trauma-Informed Investigation Process
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – To ensure that child victims of sexual assault or abuse are protected during the investigation process, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, led the effort to establish the right for children to have their forensic interview conducted by interviewers from an accredited children’s advocacy center.
Yang Rohr-Sponsored Law to Help Students in DCFS Apply for Financial Aid
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, recently sponsored a new law that will require the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to assist high school seniors in its care fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to apply for financial aid for college.
Senate and House Redistricting Committees to Hold Additional Hearings on Legislative Map
SPRINGFIELD – The Senate and House Redistricting Committees will hold a series of public hearings to consider potential changes to legislative boundaries following information recently released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Hirschauer Passed New Law to Protect Students from Trauma
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To help keep students safe during school lockdown drills, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, sponsored an initiative to implement best practices, while ensuring these drills include trauma-informed approaches and age appropriate content. After passing through the legislature with bipartisan support, the new law will take effect immediately.
Yednock Supports Task Force Focused on First Responder Suicide Prevention
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois First Responders Suicide Prevention Task Force will now be required to establish improved guidance to aid the mental health of first responders as a part of new legislation supported by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa.
Avelar Tours State Capitol with Local Students, Encourages Youth to Become Involved
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, recently hosted a group of students from the Southwest Suburban Immigrant Project on a tour of the Illinois State Capitol.
Yang Rohr to Host August ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Event
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting her monthly ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event on Saturday, Aug. 28 on Zoom. She is inviting residents from Naperville and Warrenville to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Manley Highlights National Immunization Awareness Month, New ‘Vax Verify’ Vaccination Records Portal
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As Illinois continues to face a surge in COVID-19 cases, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting National Immunization Awareness Month, encouraging residents to get vaccinated and bringing attention to the new ‘Vax Verify’ online immunization records portal.
House Speaker and Senate President Statements on Return for Special Session
The Speaker and Senate President are convening a special session on Tuesday, August 31 at 12 pm, for the purpose of considering legislative measures related to the legislative redistricting plan, pursuant to a Joint Proclamation.