Latest Updates:
Lisa Hernandez Lauds Expanded Funding to Local Libraries
Thanks to a new funding formula passed by the General Assembly, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is proud to announce that Cicero Public Library will receive almost $100,000 in new state funds through Library Equalization Aid Grants to help cover costs related to equipment upgrades, new materials and community programming.
TOMORROW: Hirschauer Hosts Property Tax Appeal Workshop
As reassessment notices start to roll out for residents in Cook County’s suburbs, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, will join Hanover Township, the Cook County Assessor’s Office and other elected officials to host a Property Tax Appeals Workshop this Thursday, November 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Faver Dias Backs Efforts to Reduce Home Energy Costs
State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, passed comprehensive legislation to ease rising energy costs for Illinois families, and reduce home energy bills both now and in the future.
Buckner Highlights Rollout of New Digital License and State ID Option
CHICAGO – Following his successful fight to deliver mobile identification options to Illinoisans, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is announcing that legislation he spearheaded will now enable residents to store their drivers’ licenses and state IDs on their phones using Apple Wallet.
Scherer Announces Free Laundry Program for Unhoused Springfield Residents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, announces that Molina Healthcare of Illinois is partnering with Clean Slate Advocates and All in One Laundry Center and Services
to provide free weekly laundry services for unhoused residents in Springfield.
Morris Supports Healthcare Bill Expanding Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
CHICAGO — State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, backed a bill that aims to relieve high mental health services costs by increasing coverage for behavioral health and substance abuse treatment for patients who receive treatment labeled as out-of-network.
Hernandez Passes ‘Clean Slate’ Bill, Expanding Career and Housing Opportunities
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, delivered transformational ‘clean slate’ justice reforms, bringing together reformers, law enforcement and business leaders to expand opportunity for employment, housing and education by creating an automatic sealing process for thousands of non-violent arrest records.
Stuart Commends Groundbreaking of Vivian’s Village Phase Two
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. – Last week, state Rep. Katie Stuart attended the groundbreaking of Phase Two of Vivian’s Village, an affordable housing development focused on expanding community health through stable housing, access to care and support services.
Mason Bill Taps Geothermal Energy to Lower Power Costs, Environmental Impact
GURNEE, Ill. – Illinois residents and property owners will be able to use geothermal energy systems for power—a more affordable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly power source—under a bill sponsored by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, that was included in an energy omnibus bill (Senate Bill 25) passed Oct. 30.
Moeller Passes Legislation to Address Unaccountable Civil Immigration Enforcement
ELGIN, Ill. — State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, passed a sweeping civil rights and community-protection bill during the state’s fall legislative session that promises to safeguard immigrant families and bolster due process in the face of civil law enforcement actions unprecedented in scale and method.
Moeller Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
DeLuca Measure Creates Path to Resolve Water Issue between Chicago Heights and Ford Heights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After years of delays, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, recently passed a plan to help collect nearly $2 million in unpaid water bills Ford Heights owes Chicago Heights.
Chung Hosts Blood Drive on December 1
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is hosting a blood drive with the Red Cross on Monday, Dec. 1. The drive will be at Bloomington VFW #454 on 1006 E Lincoln St. in Bloomington from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Stuart Appointed Chair of Midwest Higher Education Compact
CLEVELAND – Reflecting her years of experience and work to improve higher education opportunities, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has been named Chair of the Midwest Higher Education Compact (MHEC).
Rep. Gregg Johnson to Hold Listening Sessions to Hear from Community on Impacts of Federal Cuts
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, is holding five hour-long info sessions with local partners in the district regarding what state, county and local options may be available to people impacted by federal cuts. These sessions are open to the public and media and designed to inform constituents of programs and resources available.
Property Tax Relief Remains DeLuca’s Top Priority
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Building on his longtime efforts to lower property taxes for homeowners, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, voted for the senior property tax freeze income threshold increase to better protect seniors from sudden and unexpected tax increases.
Buckner Responds to Trump Lies about Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile”
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, responded to Donald Trump’s lies about Chicago’s iconic business corridor, the “Magnificent Mile:”
Deuter Measure Would Increase Workers’ Compensation Burial Expenses Amount, Better Support Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the tragic event of an accidental death on a job, a proposal from state Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, would ensure impacted families receive $10,000 from the employer for burial expenses, an increase in the $8,000 rate that has been in place since 2006.