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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.
Mason Encourages Businesses to Apply for Funding Through $540 Million Grant Program
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting the state’s newly launched Business Interruption Grants program and urging local business owners to apply.
Tarver Promotes COVID-19 Virtual Care Programs
CHICAGO – State Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago is highlighting the new Remote Patient Monitoring Program to allow sick residents affected by COVID-19 to receive daily health care service through the new Illinois Virtual Care Program.
Stuart Highlights New Grant Opportunities for Small Businesses
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is encouraging local business owners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for the new Business Interuption Grant (BIG) available through the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).
Yednock Encourages Businesses to Apply for New Grant Funding
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is bringing attention to new Business Interruption Grant funding to help local businesses economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, July 7 at 5 p.m. “The new Business...
Kifowit Announces July “Coffee with Kifowit” Schedule
AURORA, Ill. – Keeping up with her efforts to continue to be accessible and open during the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will continue her virtual “Coffee with Kifowit” events throughout the month of July each Monday at 9 a.m. on her Facebook page @ILDistrct84
Crespo Highlights Grants Awarded to Local Organizations through Illinois Access to Justice Program
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is highlighting the announcement of funding for legal services in his district through the Illinois Access to Justice Program.