Latest Updates:
Lilly Highlights 2020 Senior Hall of Fame Awards Extension
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to take advantage of the extended deadline to recognize local seniors at the 2020 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Awards.
Slaughter Highlights Gov. Pritzker’s Eviction Moratorium Extension
CHICAGO – To help ensure residents are able to remain in their homes through the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s recent extension of the eviction moratorium through Saturday, Aug. 22.
Manley Highlights Emergency Assistance for Renters and Homeowners
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As many residents continue to face financial hardship due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting two new opportunities for rental and mortgage payment assistance.
Statement from Rep. Mason on Ethics
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason released the following statement Wednesday:
Manley Volunteers at Pop-Up Food Bank to Benefit Local Families
JOLIET, Ill. – To help families facing food insecurity due to the COVID-19 crisis, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently partnered with the Northern Illinois Food Bank to distribute food at a pop-up food bank in Joliet.
Tarver Highlights CTA Second Chance Employment Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, is highlighting career opportunities with the Chicago Transit Authority through their Second Chance program for Chicago residents who face challenges re-entering the workforce.
Walker’s Office to Host Virtual Office Hours
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Looking to address issues and concerns of area residents by expanding opportunities for conversation, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is announcing new virtual office hours scheduled to begin later this month.
Lilly Highlights Emergency Rental Assistance for Families
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to the opening of the application period for the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s (IHDA) Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program.
Buckner Draws Attention to Rental Assistance Grants
CHICAGO – With the application period now open, State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting the Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA).
Buckner Highlights Assistance for Small Businesses Disrupted by Civil Unrest
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting small business assistance available for businesses that suffered damage during civil unrest that occurred in response to the killing of George Floyd.
Buckner Promotes Contracting Workshops for Local Businesses
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is highlighting contracting workshops for local businesses that wish to provide goods and services for Chicago’s city government.
Mussman Highlights New Law to Prioritize Fight for Affordable Health Care
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – As she continues her efforts to build a stronger Illinois by fighting for affordable health care for families across the state, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, is highlighting a new law she supported to expand telehealth services and explore potential solutions to make health insurance more affordable.
Moylan-Supported Bill to Strengthen Civics Education Now in Effect
DES PLAINES, Ill. – A new law supported by state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, will emphasize the importance of civics instruction in schools.
Lilly Uses Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to Call for an End to Access and Treatment Disparities
CHICAGO – During National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month this July, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to disparities minority communities face accessing mental health care and calling for an end to unequal mental health care access.
Tarver Promotes FastTrack Certification Option for Chicago and Cook County Minority-Owned Businesses
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, is highlighting an accelerated process for female-owned and minority-owned businesses to qualify for state contracts and assistance through the state’s Business Enterprise Program (BEP).
State Rep. Hernandez Promotes Local High-Quality Job Growth through New Aurora Micro-Factory
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is promoting the opening of a new fiber optic micro-factory in Aurora which will create good-paying local jobs and advance Illinois as a leader in technology.
Scherer Promotes Virtual Care Program for Residents Experiencing COVID-19 Symptoms
DECATUR, Ill. – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Illinoisans statewide, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is encouraging residents who have tested positive with moderate symptoms to take advantage of telehealth resources.
Slaughter-Backed Budget Provides Assistance to Homeowners and Renters
CHICAGO – To ensure Illinois families are able to continue to make mortgage and rent payments, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, helped to pass a budget that includes over $390 million in assistance for homeowners and renters struggling to make payments.