Latest Updates:
Jones Encourages South Cook County Residents to Provide Input on Redistricting
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to the South Cook County area on April 8 at 10 a.m.
Slaughter Brings Redistricting Committee to Southern Cook County Area to Hear Local Input
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a virtual public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to the southern Cook County area on Friday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Hirschauer Bill Would Help Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities Access State Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Parents of students with special needs would receive additional information about state programs for which their child may be eligible under legislation introduced by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia.
Mason Invites Community to Share Input on Redistricting at Local Hearing
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is inviting area residents and organizations to provide testimony to the House Redistricting Committee during its virtual Lake County hearing at 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
Stuart Bill Goes After Costly Student Loans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Taking a step to tackle the student debt crisis, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is sponsoring legislation that would help students make more informed choices about the loans they take out to pay for college, as well as establish new accountability measures for private loan companies.
Vella Supports Legislation Increasing Prescription Drug Affordability
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to reduce healthcare costs, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is backing legislation allowing unused prescription drugs to be donated and distributed to patients.
Manley Brings Redistricting Committee to Joliet for Local Input
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to Joliet on April 5 at 10 a.m. The hearing will be held virtually on ilga.gov.
Manley Promotes COVID-19 Safety with Volunteer Opportunity
JOLIET, Ill. – As the state continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting volunteer opportunities with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to help with promoting relevant and accurate information as an Illinois COVID-19 Ambassador.
Yang Rohr Aims to Reduce Student Loan Debt, Ensure Success for Students
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – To help address the increasing student loan debt crisis, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, recently sponsored legislation that would prohibit for-profit higher education institutions from continuing any program or degree where the estimated student loan debt severely exceeds the expected annual salary.
Tarver Brings Redistricting Committee to South Side of Chicago to Hear Local Input
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to Chicago’s Southside on Saturday, April 3 at 12 p.m. The hearing will be held virtually and in person at Compassion Baptist Church located at 2650 E. 95th St. in Chicago.
Hernandez, Kifowit Bring Redistricting Committee to Aurora to Hear Local Input
Aurora, Ill. – State Reps. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, and Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, are working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to Aurora on Friday, April 9 at 4 p.m. The hearing will be held at Aurora City Hall, located at 44 E Downer Place in Aurora with limited capacity due to social distancing in addition to requiring masks.
Welch, Pappas Hosting Black Houses Matter Live Stream Event to Help Families Keep Their Homes
WESTCHESTER, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas are teaming up to host a virtual informational seminar on the “Black Houses Matter” initiative on Monday, April 5 at 1 p.m. The event will be live streamed at www.Facebook.com/RepChrisWelch.
Black Caucus Applauds Equity-Driven Learning Renewal Guidelines to Address Pandemic Learning Loss
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Members of Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) are offering support for the state’s Learning Renewal Guide, a set of recommendations to help local schools address learning loss by students due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Avelar Brings Redistricting Committee to Will County Area to Hear Local Input
Bolingbrook, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a virtual public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to the Will County area on Monday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
Vella Brings Redistricting Committee to Rockford to Hear Local Input
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is working to make local voices heard in Illinois’ redistricting process by bringing a public hearing of the House Redistricting Committee to the Rockford area on April 5th at 10 a.m. The hearing will be held virtually and will focus on the Rockford area and surrounding communities.
Mason to Host Health Insurance Special Enrollment Period Informational Session
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is inviting residents with questions about finding a health care plan on the public exchange to join her for a virtual informational session on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance marketplace’s extended special enrollment period at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 8.
Welch Hosting Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Event
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch is hosting a mass vaccination event with Walgreens on Friday, April 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Proviso West High School to help West Suburban residents get their COVID-19 vaccinations. Residents must register for an appointment in advance; walk-ins cannot be accepted.
Hernandez Invites Community Members to Bipartisan Roundtable Discussion
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a virtual roundtable discussion on Friday, April 2, that will bring together three of her fellow millennial legislators in the General Assembly for a conversation about strengthening the public’s trust in democratic institutions and improving civic engagement among younger generations.