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Hernandez Appointed to New Task Force to Review Statues on State Grounds
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was recently appointed by Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch to a bipartisan Statue and Monument Review Task Force as an effort to ensure that statues and other ceremonial landmarks on state property reflect the values and morals of the state.
Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
“Today, after 11 months, we have finally received a verdict that suggests we may have some common sense of justice.
Hernandez Passes Bipartisan Measure to Ensure the Counting of Undocumented Individuals in 2020 Census
CICERO, Ill – Illinois is one step closer to being completely counted in the recent 2020 Census after state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed legislation that will include all members of a community in the 2020 census data, regardless of their documentation status.
Stuart Passes Bill to Tackle Period Poverty on College Campuses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Menstrual products would be available free of charge in campus restrooms under legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, which recently passed the House with bipartisan support.
Hernandez Invites Locals to Community Clean-up Event for Earth Day
AURORA, Ill. – As part of her ongoing efforts to promote environmentalism in the community, state
Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting an Earth Day clean-up event with the Fox Valley Park District, Sierra Club, Kiwanis Club and Verilife Dispensary on Saturday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Gong-Gershowitz Legislation Raising Awareness of Asian American History Passes House
GLENVIEW, Ill. – Illinois students across the state will get a stronger education in their classrooms on Asian American history under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, which passed the Illinois House of Representatives last Wednesday.
Hirschauer Passes Legislation to Protect Survivors of Sexual Assault
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Household and family members would be able to request a no-contact order on behalf of a sexual assault survivor who needs protection under legislation introduced by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, which passed the House on Thursday.
Yang Rohr Highlights Funding for New Naperville Bike Path
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is highlighting a new bike path that will be underway for community members in Naperville.
Tarver Invites Community Members to Lakefront Cleanup Event, Learn about Lakeshore Erosion
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, will be cleaning up Chicago’s lakeshore with community members on Saturday, April 24 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Anyone interested in joining Tarver in his efforts to keep Chicago green can stop by 6300 S. Lake Shore Dr. at the beginning of the event for instructions and tools to help with the cleanup.
Manley Works to Expand Alzheimer’s Diseases Support Grants
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to provide needed resources to seniors in need, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, introduced legislation that would allocate additional funds into grants for Alzheimer’s care.
Walsh Legislation to Create Climate Union Jobs Advances out of House Public Utilities Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to modernize and expand Illinois’ clean energy infrastructure, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, passed bi-partisan legislation in the House Public Utilities Committee this week which would establish the Climate Union Jobs Act.
Manley Bill to Protect Missing Members of the Armed Forces and Veterans
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, introduced legislation requiring law enforcement agencies to implement a Green Alert Program, a public notification system for missing veterans and active-duty members of the Armed Forces.
Mason Seeks to Establish Student Athletics Commission
GURNEE, Ill. – The statewide promotion and development of youth sports would be led by new voices under a measure introduced by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.
Ness-Backed Measure to Increase Voting Accessibility Now Law
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – To help ensure that all eligible voters can make their voices heard, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, recently supported a measure to expand some COVID-era voting options that will now be permanent for all future elections under Illinois law.
Ness Highlights COWL Scholarships for Local Women
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – To help students access financial scholarships, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is urging local women to apply for the Conference of Women Legislators (COWL) scholarship, which provides up to $2,500 in funding to help women over 25 who are going back to college.
Hirschauer Bill Takes Trauma-Informed Approach to School Shooter Drills
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Students and school personnel would receive advance notice of planned active shooter drills under legislation introduced by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, aimed at preventing psychological impacts from these training simulations.
Hirschauer Supports Bill to Help Personalize Cancer Care, Ensure Patients Get Right Treatment at Right Time
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Insurance companies would be required to cover certain tests that can help determine the best treatment options for cancer patients under legislation that state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia recently voted to approve.
Mason Bill Would Allow Gun Safety Courses in Schools
GURNEE, Ill. – Schools would have the option to provide firearm safety education to students under legislation introduced by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.