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Yednock Named Vice-Chair of Agriculture & Conservation Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of his strong commitment to protecting local agriculture, farmers, and conservation efforts, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, has been named Vice-Chairman of the Agriculture & Conservation committee for the 102nd Illinois General Assembly.
Illinois House Passes Bills to Protect Renters, Homeowners and Advance Health Equity
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed major, time-sensitive bills to protect underserved communities struggling through the pandemic and set Illinois on a path toward improved health equity. This was a significant day-of-action on the heels of the Democratic Caucus’s promise to swiftly respond to the multiple crises facing the state during the pandemic.
Vella Highlights COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment Assistance Resource
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As the COVID-19 vaccination effort continues to ramp up, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is encouraging residents to utilize the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) Vaccine Appointment Call Center to assist with making COVID-19 vaccination appointments. Additionally, Vella’s district office is available to provide assistance to individuals seeking appointments.
Stuart Promotes Period Pack Stuffing Party with I Support the Girls
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To increase access to menstrual products for individuals in need, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is joining area non-profit I Support the Girls to assemble period packs at Seams for the Soul and the Charlie Belle Shop on Sunday, March 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. Stuart is inviting local residents to stop by, either to help with assembly or to drop off a donation of period supplies.
Tarver Encourages Community Stakeholders to View Energy and Environment Committee Hearing on Lakefront Erosion
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver, II, D-Chicago, is inviting residents to tune into a live stream of the House Energy and Environment Committee on March 22 at 4:00 p.m. for a subject matter hearing on lakefront erosion, a serious issue that is displacing residents and businesses in Tarver’s district.
Yang Rohr Sponsors Legislation to Stop Perks for Politicians
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – To ensure that taxpayers are not on the hook for the mismanagement of state funds, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is supporting legislation that would prevent legislators from being paid if there is not a state budget in place.
Mason Fights to Restore Benefits to Veterans
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is fighting to restore benefits to veterans who have been barred from receiving them due to having service-related PTSD, traumatic brain injury, experiencing sexual assault or being a member of the LGBTQ community.
Stuart Applauds Progress on SIUE Health Sciences Building Project
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Design and planning are underway for a new health sciences building at SIUE, thanks in part to efforts by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to secure millions in funding for the project in the historic Rebuild Illinois capital plan in 2019.
Stuart Introduces Legislation to Combat Elder Abuse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is working to address the underreporting of elder abuse through recently introduced legislation, which would require suspicious deaths of seniors to be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Hernandez Invites Residents to Nominate Local Senior for Senior Hall of Fame Award
AURORA, Ill. – To recognize older adults who have contributed notable service to their community during the pandemic, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is encouraging community members to nominate a local senior for the Illinois Department of Aging 2021 Senior Hall of Fame Awards.
Scherer, Legislators Deliver Letter to Department of Education On Unfairness of Standardized Testing
DECATUR, Ill. – Together with almost 40 of her colleagues, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, delivered a letter to the U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona, requesting that Illinois schools receive an exemption from taking the Illinois standardized tests in spring of 2021 as mandated by the federal government due to stress and disarray caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hirschauer Rejects Taxpayer Funded Pension, Supports Bill to End Legislator Pensions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As one of her first official acts in office state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, refused a taxpayer funded pension offered to all state legislators. Now she is supporting legislation to prohibit future legislators from enrolling in the General Assembly Retirement System.
Mason Supports Measure to Make Schools Safer for Students with Severe Allergies
GURNEE, Ill. – Young people with allergies would be better protected at schools and day care centers under legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee. Mason is sponsoring a measure that would require state agencies to create policies for schools and day care facilities that outline how to prevent severe allergic reactions from occurring and the correct way to care for a child experiencing anaphylaxis.
Stuart to Host Identity Theft Prevention Workshop
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help residents avoid scams and fraud, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is partnering with the Illinois Comptroller’s office to host a virtual Identity Theft Prevention Workshop on Thursday, March 18 at 3:00 p.m. A Zoom link will be provided upon RSVP.
Vella Fights for Small Businesses and New Jobs
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Committed to helping small businesses and growing the local economy, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, filed legislation to help starting businesses and reward job creators in our local communities.
Mussman Highlights IDPH COVID-19 Ambassador Volunteer Opportunity
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help curb the spread of COVID-19 in the community and share important information on testing and vaccines, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging residents to participate in the Illinois Department of Public Health’s (IDPH) COVID-19 Ambassador program.
Hirschauer, Villa Help Secure COVID Vaccines for Manufacturing Workers
BATAVIA, Ill. – Hundreds of local manufacturing workers received their first dose of the COVID vaccine at a pop-up clinic at Suncast Corporation in Batavia on Wednesday, thanks to advocacy by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, state Sen. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago, and Kane County Health Department officials.
Stuart Fights to Close Legislator Pay Loophole
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To strengthen ethical standards in state government, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently introduced a bill that would end exit bonuses for legislators, prohibiting departing lawmakers from receiving a full month’s pay for serving as little as one day.