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Yednock Highlights Upcoming State and Federal Tax Deadline, Resources Available
OTTAWA, IL – As the July 15 deadline to file state and federal taxes approaches next week, state Rep. Lance Yednock is highlighting free filing options for local residents who may need assistance.
“Filing taxes can become overwhelming for many, but there are free filing services and assistance programs from the IRS and state government available to ease the process,” Yednock said. “For those who may be faced with financial hardships, there are also payment plans available, allowing taxes to be paid in installments.”
Ahead of Filing Deadline, Buckner Highlights Tax Filing Tips
CHICAGO – With one week until the federal and state deadlines for filing 2019 tax returns, state Rep. Kam Buckner is highlighting filing tips for local residents.
Welch Joins Castro and Advocates to Launch Proposal Demanding Increased Corporate Diversity at Big Banks
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is joining state Sen. Cristina Castro, D-Elgin, and Otis Monroe, Chief Executive Officer of the Monroe Foundation to announce new legislation that requires financial institutions doing business with the state of Illinois to meet minimum corporate diversity standards at a press conference scheduled for Thursday, July 9 at 11:00 a.m. in the Thompson Center.
Stuart Partners with CUB to Host Home Energy Saving Webinar
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help residents save on their utility bills, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to host a Home Energy Saving Webinar on Friday, July 17 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Scherer to Host Local Blood Drive
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is partnering with the Central Illinois Blood Center to host a blood drive for local hospitals in Decatur and Springfield to help address blood shortages.
Mason-Supported Seizure Smart School Act Goes Into Effect
GURNEE, Ill. – Students with epilepsy will be safer at school under legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, that went into effect on July 1. Mason sponsored the Seizure Smart School Act, a measure that creates new seizure training requirements for all Illinois school employees.
Yednock Highlights Free Job Training Resources for Laid Off Workers
OTTAWA, IL – As many workers throughout the Illinois Valley have been laid off or furloughed in recent months, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting new job training resources for Illinoisans that are out of work due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mason-Backed Law to Strengthen Civics Curriculum Takes Effect
GURNEE, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to bring additional civics education to Illinois middle schools went into effect on Wednesday.
New Walker-Backed Law to Provide for Increased Civics Instruction in Schools
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Students will receive at least one semester of civics instruction between 6th and 8th grade under a new law supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights.
Walker Reminds Residents of Upcoming July 15 Tax Filing Deadline
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to complete their state and federal tax filings in advance of the July 15 deadline, which was initially pushed pack from its usual date in April due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Hernandez-Backed Measure Allows for Sale of To-Go Cocktails
AURORA, Ill. – To help local businesses that have suffered due to the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported legislation that will allow restaurants and bars to sell premade mixed drinks for pickup and delivery.
Mussman Reminds Residents of Upcoming Tax Deadline
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – As the extended state and federal tax deadlines approach, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is reminding residents to file their income taxes by July 15.
Mussman Highlights Grant Relief for Small Businesses Impacted by Pandemic
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To connect business owners that have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic with critical relief, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is highlighting the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) new Business Interruption Grant (BIG) Program.
Manley Highlights Free Credit Report Resources
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To help residents stay informed on their finances amid the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is promoting free credit reports that are now available.
Stuart’s Community Blood Drive Exceeds Donation Goal
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently hosted a community blood drive at American Legion Post 365 in Collinsville to help reduce the blood shortage at local hospitals.
Slaughter Promotes Resources for Businesses Impacted by Civil Unrest
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new economic recovery plan that will provide $25 million to businesses that suffered damages due to the civil unrest following the death of George Floyd.
Slaughter Calls for Economic Recovery Plan for the Black Community
CHICAGO – To help Illinois’ Black communities recover from damages inflicted by looting and widespread violence in the wake of the death of George Floyd, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is calling on both the Illinois General Assembly and U. S. Congress to create a plan that will invest in these communities.
Yednock Promotes Expansion of COVID-19 Emergency Assistance for Illinois Families
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting recently expanded Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) emergency relief programs to help families faced with financial challenges due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.