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Manley Introduces Legislation Protecting Seniors from Telemarketing
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her continued efforts to advocate for and protect seniors, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, introduced legislation prohibiting telemarketers from soliciting individuals over the age of 65.
Hernandez Hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at East Aurora High School
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is partnering with VNA Aurora and East Aurora High School to provide COVID-19 vaccines to members in the community on Monday, March 29.
Vella-Supported Legislation to End Legislator Salary Loophole
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to put an end to wasteful government practices in Springfield, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is backing legislation that would prohibit legislators from getting paid for a full-months’ work for working as little as one day.
Stuart Bill to Increase Voting Accessibility Advances in Senate
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – The Illinois Senate approved today a measure introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to make voting more accessible by extending the use of ballot drop boxes and allowing for curbside voting in future elections.
Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Celebrates Passage of Health Care Reform Measures, Marking the Final Pillar of an Agenda Addressing Systemic Racism
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) is celebrating passage of the Illinois Health Care and Human Service Reform Act, a broad-based measure addressing challenges facing Illinois families including health care access, infant and maternal mortality, mental health and substance abuse treatment, and hospital access in low-income communities.
Stuart Bill Would Provide Tax Break for Back-to-School Shopping
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Families would save some money during back-to-school shopping season under legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to lower the sales tax on clothing and school supplies for a designated week at the beginning of August.
Vella Fights to Freeze Senior Property Tax Increases
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To help reduce the financial burden on his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, introduced legislation to lower property taxes on seniors by freezing assessment values for seniors receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Mason Advocates For Expanded Suicide Prevention in Schools
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is sponsoring a measure that would update school suicide prevention guidance and give greater support to young people who are at an increased risk of committing suicide.
Ness Rejects Legislator Pension, Sponsors Legislation to Eliminate Perks for Politicians
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To cut down on wasteful spending, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is rejecting a taxpayer-funded pension and is sponsoring legislation to reign in perks for politicians.
Tarver Named Vice-Chair of Judicial-Civil Committee and Redistricting Committee, Fighting to Make Illinois Equitable for All
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure the judicial system stays fair and impartial, state Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, will serve as vice-chair of the Judicial-Civil Committee, as well as vice-chair of the Redistricting committee, which redraws the state and congressional district boundaries.
Juneteenth State Holiday Proposal Introduced by Ford Passes House Committee with Bipartisan Support
CHICAGO – Illinois is one step closer to making Juneteenth an official state holiday after a bill introduced by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, passed with bipartisan support in a House committee Wednesday.
Black Caucus Celebrates Signing of Historic Reforms to Advance Economic Access, Equity and Opportunity
CHICAGO — As Illinois works to build an equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed into law a slate of reforms spearheaded by the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) to expand economic access, equity and opportunity.
Ness Sponsors Legislation to Expand Opportunities for Students at Community Colleges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To increase access to affordable higher education, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is sponsoring legislation to expand eligibility for the Monetary Award Program (MAP) to students enrolled in certificate programs at public community colleges.
Manley Highlights Vaccine Appointment Assistance Service
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – With the announcement that all Illinois residents over the age of 16 will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine next month, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) Vaccine Appointment Call Center, which will help residents navigate online services to make appointments to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Stuart Invites Local Women to Virtual Advisory Committee Meeting
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To keep residents informed about her work in Springfield, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a Women’s Advisory Council meeting on Tuesday, March 30 at 6 p.m. Attendees must RSVP to repkatiestuart@gmail.com to receive the Zoom link in advance.
Mason Backs Bill to Examine Domestic Violence Deaths and Increase Prevention Efforts
GURNEE, Ill. – As part of her commitment to helping domestic abuse victims and survivors, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is backing a measure that would create a commission to identify and study contributing factors to crimes of severe domestic violence.
Vella Supports “No Budget, No Pay” Legislation
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is backing legislation that would prevent state legislators from receiving a paycheck if no budget is passed.
Yang Rohr To Host March ‘Coffee and Conversation’ Event
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting her monthly ‘Coffee and Conversation’ on Saturday, March 27 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.