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House and Senate Democrats Release Revised Legislative Map and Propose New Cook County Board of Review Boundaries
SPRINGFIELD – The Senate and House Redistricting Committees today released an updated version of the proposed legislative map that includes changes suggested by community groups, advocacy organizations and individuals during hours of testimony at four public hearings held this week.
Stuart Sponsors Bill to Protect Survivors of Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of human trafficking would be able to keep their personal information and location confidential under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-
Edwardsville, which passed the House on Wednesday.
Mason-Backed Bill to Strengthen Online Stalking Protections Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – A measure championed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to better protect stalking victims from online harassment was approved by the House on Wednesday. The bill now goes to Gov. JB Pritzker for final approval.
Vella Backs Bill to Extend Claims Deadline for Those Killed in the Line of Duty
ROCKFORD, Ill. – To ensure that those who die while serving their community are properly compensated, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass legislation that would extend the deadline for compensation claims.
Slaughter Supports Bill to Empower Survivors of Workplace Sexual Harassment
CHICAGO – Businesses would be prohibited from asking employees to sign confidentiality agreements that limit their ability to speak out about instances of sexual assault and harassment under legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago.
State Reps. Carroll, Didech to Host Free Drive-Thru Document Shredding Event on June 12
NORTHBROOK, Ill. – Continuing their efforts to help protect constituents from identity theft, state Reps. Jonathon Carroll, D-Northbrook, and Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, will host a free drive-thru summer document shredding event on Saturday, June 12 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Mike Rylko Community Park, located at 1000 N. Buffalo Grove Rd. in Buffalo Grove.
Mason Bill to Restore Benefits to LGBTQ Veterans Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – Today, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, passed her measure out of the Senate to restore state benefits to LGBTQ veterans who have been denied access to them because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Stuart Backs Bill to Expand Insurance Coverage for Cancer Testing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Cancer patients would have easier access to certain tests doctors use to determine their best treatment options under legislation that state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently voted to approve.
Slaughter Urges Continued Adherence to Public Health Guidelines During COVID ‘Bridge Phase’
CHICAGO – As Illinois moves closer to a full reopening, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents and business owners to take note of the latest capacity limits and to continue following public health measures to keep COVID cases down.
Vella Backs Legislation Expanding Tax Deduction for Companies
ROCKFORD, Ill. – With many businesses struggling due to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is backing legislation to provide relief to companies by allowing them to receive a full State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction, rather than the deduction being capped at $10,000.
Hirschauer Joins House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, has been appointed to serve on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for the remainder of the 2021-2022 legislative session, pledging to be a strong advocate for military families and veterans seeking support to meet their housing, employment and health care needs.
Senate and House Democrats Propose New Supreme Court Boundaries
SPRINGFIELD – The Senate and House Redistricting Committees today released a proposed map of new Illinois Supreme Court boundaries to bring them into compliance with the Illinois Constitution by reflecting population shifts over the nearly 60 years since the map was last drawn in 1963.
Ford Cannabis License Equity Plan Passes the House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ retail cannabis industry would diversify under a bill passed today by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, that aims to correct a flawed license lottery system that has prevented minority residents from being able to open businesses.
Buckner-Backed Bill Seeks To Aid Students in College Admissions Process
CHICAGO – Due to the challenges of remote learning recent graduating high-school students have faced, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, advanced legislation that will make standardized admissions tests optional for aspiring college freshmen of Illinois Colleges and Universities.
Mason Bill to Restore Benefits to LGBTQ Veterans Passes Both Chambers
GURNEE, Ill. – Today, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, passed her measure out of the Senate to restore state benefits to LGBTQ veterans who have been denied access to them because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Mason’s House Bill 1290 now goes to the governor’s desk for final approval.
Manley Backs Legislation to Increase Gun Safety
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to keep guns out of the wrong hands, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation that would strengthen Illinois’ “Red Flag” laws, which allow family members to petition the court to remove guns from individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others.
House Passes Hirschauer-Backed Plan to Increase Access to Menstrual Products
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Menstruating students in 4th through 12th grade would have free access to tampons and pads in school bathrooms under a plan sponsored by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, which passed the House last week.
Yang Rohr Supports Cut to Trailer Tax Fees
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is working to reverse the increase in license plate fees for small trailers, having supported legislation that would reduce the annual registration fee from $118 to $18.