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Hernandez Highlights Unemployment Insurance for Sole Proprietors, Independent Contractors
AURORA, Ill. – With the COVID-19 pandemic creating economic uncertainty, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is alerting residents of the expansion of unemployment benefits to cover self-employed sole proprietors and independent contractors whose jobs were directly impacted by COVID-19.
Walker Reminds Students of College Financial Aid Resources through ISAC
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is reminding local students and parents of college-going and financial aid resources from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) still available during the COVID-19 health crisis.
Yednock Prepares for Legislative Session to Address COVID-19 Issues
OTTAWA, IL – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa is preparing for the return of legislative session since being temporarily postposed in mid-March due to safety concerns caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Mason Applauds Lake County Board’s Decision to Provide Property Tax Relief
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is commending the Lake County Board for approving two property tax relief measures on Tuesday. Citing the exceptional circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, board members voted to delay portions of property tax payments and extend the deadline to apply for the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption.
Metro East Legislators Urge Governor to Move Region to Next Phase of Recovery in Reopening Plan
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – After looking at data reflecting the area’s recovery in the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic, state Sens. Rachelle Crowe, D-Glen Carbon, and Christopher Belt, D-Centreville, and state Reps. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, and Nathan Reitz, D-Steeleville, delivered a letter to Gov. J.B. Pritzker urging his administration to move the Metro East to the next phase as part of the Restore Illinois plan, which would allow for a safe opening of manufacturers, retail stores, barbershops and salons. The legislators issued the following statement Tuesday:
LaPointe Promotes Utility Bill Relief for Working Families Affected by COVID-19
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is promoting the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support families in need during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Gong-Gershowitz Emphasizes Importance of Mental Health During COVID-19 Crisis
GLENVIEW, Ill. – Recognizing the challenges of adjusting to major life changes as a result of the pandemic, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glennview, is shining a spotlight on the importance of taking care of mental health during the COVID-19 crisis.
Mason Highlights Illinois State Board of Education’s Student Advisory Council
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is sharing an opportunity for high school students to work with the Illinois State Board of Education by serving on its Student Advisory Council.
Hernandez Warns of Financial Scams during Extended Tax Season
AURORA, Ill. – In order to protect local residents against fraud, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is alerting residents to be cautious of potential scams this tax season that was extended due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Yednock Thanks Local Nurses for Courageous Efforts, Highlights National Nurses Week
OTTAWA, Ill. – To help recognize National Nurses Week, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is praising the courageous efforts of local nurses and health care professionals who are performing life-saving work on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yednock Calls for Increased Funding to Help Local Health Departments Battle COVID-19
OTTAWA, Ill. – To help protect the health and wellness of Illinois Valley communities and to ensure that local health departments are properly funded while fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, calling for increased funding for local health departments in downstate Illinois.
Walker Highlights Upcoming DCEO Webinar through Office of Minority Economic Empowerment
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging small business owners to participate in a Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE) business resource webinar scheduled for Wednesday, May 20 at 2 p.m.
Mussman Urges Residents to be Cautious of Scammers During Extended Tax Season
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help residents protect themselves from identity thieves and other scammers, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is urging residents to be extra cautious and alert for potential scams during the tax filing season that was extended due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
LaPointe Advocates for Essential Workers, Promotes Workplace Rights Bureau during COVID-19
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is promoting the state Attorney General’s Workplace Rights Bureau to ensure the safety of essential workers during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Walker Encourages Latinx Businesses to Participate in DCEO Survey
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Recognizing that the ongoing public health crisis is hurting local minority-owned businesses, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is highlighting an initiative from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) asking Latinx business owners to participate in an online survey aimed at connecting businesses to resources.
Hernandez Highlights National Nurses Week, Thanks Local Nurses for Continued Efforts
AURORA, Ill. – As a part of National Nurses Week, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is applauding the heroic work of local nurses and health care workers for helping save lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hoffman Highlights Nurses Week, Thanks Healthcare Workers for Efforts During COVID-19 Crisis
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – To thank the nurses, first responders and other essential workers fighting the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) health pandemic, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea is highlighting National Nurses Week.
Buckner Shares Alzheimer’s Resources during COVID-19
CHICAGO – Keeping in mind the unique challenges residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their families are facing, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is promoting additional support resources from the Alzheimer’s Association during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.