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Stuart Co-Hosts Virtual Food Drive for SIUE Student Pantry
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To support the SIUe students, staff and faculty facing food insecurity during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is co-hosting a virtual food drive to benefit the Cougar Cupboard.
Buckner Promotes Conference of Women Legislators Scholarship during COVID-19
State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is promoting the Conference of Women Legislators Scholarship to support non-traditional student women during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Ford Highlights Need to Expand Broadband Access for Education
CHICAGO – As the COVID-19 public health crisis keeps students out of the classroom, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is focusing on the importance of ensuring all families have access to affordable, high-speed internet so that students may continue their education from home.
Mason Recognizes Autism Awareness Month
GURNEE, Ill. – As part of Autism Awareness Month, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is calling for expanded resources and greater acceptance for people with autism spectrum disorders.
Kifowit Will Host Virtual Town Hall Meeting for Veterans on April 30
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to be accessible to constituents and Illinois Veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will host a Virtual Veterans Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 30 from 4-5 p.m. virtually through her Facebook page @ILDistrict84.
LaPointe Advocates for Equitable Internet Access, Boosts Wi-Fi Hotspots for Students during COVID-19
CHICAGO – Working to close the digital divide, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is promoting the state’s official Wi-Fi hotspot map to help ensure every student has reliable internet access during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Walker Reminds Drivers of Secretary of State Deadline Extensions
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is reassuring residents about the extension of expiration dates for driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations and other transactions handled by the state until at least 90 days after driver facilities are safe to reopen.
Walker Encourages Residents to Follow Safety Precautions with Stay at Home Extension
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – After Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced Thursday that he would extend the state’s stay at home order through May, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is asking residents to follow health guidelines to prevent a second outbreak of COVID-19.
Slaughter Highlights Drive-Up Wi-Fi Hotspot Map for Students
CHICAGO – To ensure that Illinois students have reliable access to a stable internet connection during the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging families to use the recently released Wi-Fi Hotspot Map to find free wireless internet hotspot locations near them.
Mussman Invites Residents to Virtual Town Hall
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help keep residents updated on the latest information regarding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is partnering with Cook County Commissioner Kevin B. Morrison to present a Virtual Town Hall through Facebook Live on Friday, April 24 at noon.
Hernandez Highlights Free Wi-Fi Hotspots for Students during COVID-19 Pandemic
AURORA, Ill. – As schools across the state will remain closed and continue to hold classes online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is encouraging students without access to the internet to utilize free drive-up Wi-Fi hotspots to do school work.
Buckner Shares Legal Aid Resources
CHICAGO – With the COVID-19 outbreak impacting every facet of everyday life, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is reminding residents legal aid is available to them during these difficult times.
Buckner Advocates for Essential Workers, Promotes Child Care Assistance During COVID-19
CHICAGO – Supporting essential workers and their families, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is promoting state and federal child care services during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Manley Shares Dementia Caregiver Support
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Continuing her commitment to support Illinoisans living with dementia, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting new resources available through the Alzheimer’s Association to provide additional support during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
Manley Highlights Importance of Wearing Face Mask in Public
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To continue her efforts to help local residents stay up-to-date on the most recent developments throughout the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet is highlighting the CDC’s recent recommendation to wear face masks or other coverings while in public.
Yednock Commends OSF Healthcare’s New Pandemic Health Worker Program in LaSalle County
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is applauding OSF Healthcare and the Illinois Department of Public Healthcare for bringing a new, virtual healthcare solution to help the Illinois Valley deal with the COVID-19 outbreak. This program will allow Pandemic Health Workers (PHW) to digitally connect with referred clients experiencing covid-19 symptoms and digitally monitor them from home, limiting the spread of the virus and improving healthcare access throughout the region.
Slaughter Encourages Residents to Donate Food and Essential Items to Local Food Pantries
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local residents to help ensure their neighbors have access to food and other essential items by donating non-perishable food and hygiene products to the local food pantry at Redeeming Grace Church.
Stuart Highlights Resources Available for Residents Affected by Dementia
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is sharing new resources available through the Alzheimer’s Association to help caregivers and Illinoisans living with dementia during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) health crisis.