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Walker Encourages Businesses to Check Out New Grant Programs
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is highlighting two new business grants available through the Department of Commerce and Opportunity (DCEO) designed to help businesses handle the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic and property damage from recent civil unrest.
LaPointe Advocates for Working Families, Supports New Law to Expand Housing Assistance
CHICAGO – This past session, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, supported a new law to provide financial assistance for Illinois renters and homeowners impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Crespo Appointed to Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – As Illinois moves toward Phase 4 of its reopening plan, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, has been appointed to the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission to provide guidance to Gov. J.B. Pritzker on safely rebuilding the state’s economy amid steady decreases in COVID-19 cases.
Didech Advocates for Affordable Health Care, Supports Health Insurance Research
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – During a recent special legislative session, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, backed legislation taking steps to make health care more affordable.
Stuart: Supplemental Funding for SIUE Small Business Development Center Will Boost Local Businesses
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at SIU-Edwardsville is set to receive $200,000 in supplemental funding from the CARES Act, which state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, says will provide crucial assistance to business owners impacted by COVID-19.
Mason-Supported Budget to Provide COVID-19 Housing Relief
GURNEE, Ill. – Households struggling to make rent or mortgage payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic will see some relief under the new state budget backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, and recently signed into law.
Welch Calls on Pritzker to Help Bring New Senior Care Facility to Help Serve Community Needs
HILLSIDE, Ill. – In an effort to bring quality care and housing for seniors and create jobs and economic development to our community, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is calling on Governor JB Pritzker to help streamline the process to allow for the opening of a new senior care facility in Maywood.
Scherer Works to Expand Access to Health Services
DECATUR, Ill. – As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect Illinoisans statewide, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur backed efforts to expand access to medical care services, including telehealth services and affordable health care for children.
Mason Responds to Conclusion of Intergovernmental Ethylene Oxide Testing
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, issued the following statement on Monday:
Hernandez Hears Community Concerns on Systemic Racism
AURORA, Ill. – As an effort to provide a space where all community voices can be heard, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently held a virtual social justice advisory committee meeting on her Facebook page where she discussed issues surrounding police brutality, police reform and systemic racism.
Walsh Tollway Legislation Sent to Governor
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D – Joliet, passed legislation which would give municipalities and other local jurisdictions more control and discretion over imposing tolls on public roadways. The bill is now awaiting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s signature.
Mussman Encourages Community to Nominate Local Seniors for Hall of Fame Awards
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To honor the meaningful contributions of local seniors, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging residents to nominate a senior they know for the Illinois Department on Aging’s (IDoA) 2020 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Awards....
Kifowit Appointed to the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission
AURORA, Ill. – As the state continues its process to safely reopen its private and public sectors, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, has been appointed to the Restore Illinois Collaborative Commission to provide insight on how to further reopen local and regional economies.
Buckner Prioritizes Affordable Health Care
CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago is fighting to build a stronger Illinois by supporting an initiative to explore potential solutions to make health insurance more affordable.
Yednock-Backed Measure to Allow Sale of Cocktails To-Go Signed Into Law
OTTAWA, IL – To help business owners that have suffered due to temporary closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, recently supported a measure to allow restaurants and bars to sell pre-mixed alcoholic beverages in pickup orders and delivery.
Walker Celebrates Juneteenth, Calls on Residents to Reflect on Ways to Combat Racism
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – This Friday, Juneteenth, celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, and state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to take personal steps to fight racism and unjust behavior.
Hernandez Celebrates Juneteenth, Encourages Locals to Shop at Black-Owned Businesses
AURORA, Ill. – In celebration of Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is encouraging local community members to support Black-owned businesses in the district that day.
Ford Celebrates Juneteenth, Thanks Governor for Lowering State Flags in Recognition
CHICAGO – Friday marks the annual celebration of Juneteenth, and state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is asking residents to take a moment to remember those who have been lost to racist violence.