Latest Updates:
Crespo Highlights Economic Assistance for Local Small Businesses
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – As part of his ongoing effort to assist local businesses with the unprecedented challenges they’re facing due the COVID-19 outbreak, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is highlighting the deferral of sales tax payments for locally owned businesses, as well as Illinois’ work to secure eligibility for disaster assistance loans.
Mason Responds to Blood Shortage, Encourages Healthy Residents to Make Donations
GURNEE, Ill. – In the face of a statewide shortage, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is urging community members to consider donating blood. The increased need for donations comes following widespread cancellations of community blood drives across the state amid coronavirus concerns.
Buckner Promotes Survey to Support Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is encouraging local business owners to take part in a survey through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to ensure government agencies are taking the necessary measures to combat the negative, economic impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Latino Caucus: We Will Get Through This Together | Caucus Latino: Superaremos Esto Juntos
CHICAGO – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement amid Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s “stay at home” order, urging local families to contact their constituent service offices via phone or email in order to continue connecting them to resources, as well as to follow the recommendations of medical experts.
Crespo Highlights Attorney General’s Consumer Helpline Amid Price Gouging Reports
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is urging anyone who has witnessed any unreasonable price hikes, fraud or other anti-consumer practice to report it by submitting a
consumer complaint to the Attorney General’s Office.
LaPointe Boosts Social Distancing, Cancels Spring Events Through April
CHICAGO – Taking proactive measures to protect the public health and safety of the community, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is supporting social distancing efforts by canceling her community events through April, including her Veteran’s Resource Event on March 30 as well as her Senior Fair event on April 17. To help further combat the spread of COVID-19, LaPointe has also closed her district office to the public, but will continue to be reached at 773-647-1174 or her email address at replapointe@gmail.com.
Welch Calls on Governor Pritzker to Reopen Westlake Hospital
WESTCHESTER, Ill. – To help provide additional medical services during the spread of COVID-19, State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is calling on Gov. Pritzker to reopen Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park.
Mason Condemns Price Gouging, Warns of Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic
GURNEE, Ill. – In response to businesses charging outrageous marked-up prices for necessities amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, also referred to as coronavirus, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is speaking out against predatory practices.
LaPointe Shares State Resources on COVID-19, Warns Against Misinformation
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is urging residents to help protect their health and the well-being of their neighbors by staying informed with accurate and up-to-date information on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) pandemic provided on official websites for the State of Illinois and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Stuart Calls Attention to Blood Shortage, Encourages Residents to Consider Donating
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, Ill. – As communities across the state continue to address the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the American Red Cross is now facing a severe shortage of blood, platelets and plasma. To help combat this shortage, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is encouraging residents that are well to consider donating.
Scherer Encourages Businesses, Workers Displaced by COVID-19 to Seek Government Assistance
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to the COVID-19 outbreak which is forcing small businesses, restaurants, bars and other establishments to temporarily close their doors to the public, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting resources available to help businesses and workers secure assistance.
Mason Takes Action to Slow Spread of COVID-19, Continues to Provide State Services
GURNEE, Ill. – In response to the rapidly changing circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, announced Friday she would begin conducting all work that regularly takes place at her constituent service office remotely until further notice. Although Mason’s office is physically closed to the public, all daily district operations, such as assistance with state services and legislation, will continue as usual. Mason also postponed all community events her office was set to host over the next two weeks, including Join Joyce for Coffee and Conversation and her Vietnam Era Veterans Appreciation Ceremony.
Buckner Backs Social Distancing Efforts, Cancels Spring Events Through Early April
CHICAGO – Taking proactive measures to protect the public health and safety of the community, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is supporting social distancing efforts by canceling his community events through early April. To help combat the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease), Buckner has also closed his district office to the public, but will continue to be reached at 773-924-1775 and his email address at Buckner@Illinois26.com.
Didech Advocates for Public Health, Promotes Informational Resources on COVID-19 Pandemic
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is urging residents to help protect their health and the well-being of their neighbors by staying informed with accurate and up-to-date information on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) pandemic provided on official websites for the State of Illinois and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Crespo Offering Remote Services for Local Families
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will be operating his full-time constituent service office remotely until further notice, encouraging local families to contact him via phone or email.
Yednock Urges Residents to Follow Coronavirus Precautious; Follow IDPH for Updates
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is urging citizens of the state to follow the precautionary measures noted by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Center for Disease Control to help contain the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
Tarver Encourages COVID-19 Safety Measures; IDPH Updates for Information
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, is encouraging all citizens of the state to follow updates given by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and to follow the correct safety precautions to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Stuart Urges Residents to Take Precautions, Emphasizes Best Practices to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – As the number of confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) across the state continues to rise, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is urging Metro East residents to follow preventative best practices advised by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to stop the spread of the potentially fatal disease.