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New Nichols-Supported Law Expands Rental Assistance
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that residents are not struggling to keep a roof over their head, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation expanding eligibility for rental assistance.
Vella Legislation Honoring Illinois National Guard Soldiers Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that Illinois National Guard soldiers are given the recognition and respect they deserve, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation providing an Illinois State flag to the next of kin of Illinois National Guard soldiers who die while on active state duty.
Hernandez-Backed Measure to Increase Prescription Drug Affordability
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported a measure to create a prescription drug repository program in Illinois, allowing for unused, unopened prescription drugs to be donated and distributed to patients.
Vella Legislation Lowering Trailer Fees Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To help keep money in the pockets of his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped passed legislation that was recently signed into law that lowers the annual fee for licenses plates for small trailers.
Buckner Appointed to Human Trafficking Task Force
CHICAGO – To help develop policies and best practices for combatting human trafficking in Illinois, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, has been appointed to the newly created Human Trafficking Task Force.
Yednock-Led Legislation to Promote Agricultural Education Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Agricultural sciences will now count toward science requirements for undergraduate admissions at Illinois universities thanks to legislation brought forward by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa.
Avelar Highlights Importance of Vision Health for National Eye Exam Month
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To promote the importance of vision health, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting National Eye Exam Month this August.
Hernandez Invites Residents to ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Meeting in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – As part of her continued efforts to be accessible to residents, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Hernandez, is hosting a ‘Coffee and Conversation’ meeting on Saturday, Aug. 28 at Jake’s Bagels in Aurora. She is inviting community members to discuss key local issues and to share ideas and information about her legislative agenda.
Yednock Highlights $250 Million on Offer for Illinois Small Businesses
OTTAWA, Ill. – To better help local businesses recover from historic economic hardship, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is encouraging Illinois Valley business owners to apply for real financial relief provided through Governor Pritzker’s administration.
Ness Highlights National Immunization Month, Encourages Residents to Get Vaccinated
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – This National Immunization Month, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is highlighting the importance of vaccines as students start to head back to school and COVID-19 infection rates are on the rise.
Manley Partnering with Village of Romeoville to Host a Shred Day Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to provide useful services to residents, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, will be holding a free “Drive Thru Shred Event” with Romeoville Mayor John Noak on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Romeoville Village Hall, located at 105 W. Romeo Rd in Romeoville.
Yednock Highlights Safe and Sound Week, Encourages Businesses to Promote Health and Safety Programs for Employees
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is encouraging businesses to promote health and safety programs for their employees during Safe and Sound Week, August 9-15.
Stava-Murray Appointed to Human Trafficking Task Force
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Naperville, was recently appointed by Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch to a Human Trafficking Task Force to address the growing problem of human trafficking across Illinois.
Hirschauer Hosts Free Community Shred Day
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To help local residents safely dispose of old documents, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is hosting a Free Community Shred Day on Aug. 28 at Leman Middle School in West Chicago.
Scherer-Sponsored Legislation Raising Awareness on Human Trafficking Signed into Law
DECATUR, Ill. – To advocate for and protect victims of human trafficking, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, introduced legislation that was recently signed into law that encourages businesses to post human trafficking awareness notices in their public bathrooms.
Buckner-Sponsored Measure Enhances Anti-Discrimination and Equal Pay Laws
CHICAGO – A measure that enhances anti-discrimination measures and equal pay requirements sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Avelar Opens New Constituent Service Office
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As part of her commitment to providing accessible constituent services to local residents, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is opening a new constituent service office at 623 E. Boughton Road, Suite 130, in Bolingbrook.
Stuart-Sponsored Bill to Track Teacher Certification Sent to Governor
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide better tracking on National Board Certification for teachers in Illinois, State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, sponsored a measure that requires schools to report annually to the Illinois State Board of Education the number of teachers with board certification.