Latest Updates:
Mason Applauds Passage of Legislation Capping the Price of Insulin
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, regulating the skyrocketing out-of-pocket cost of insulin received approval in both chambers and will now go to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
Slaughter Backs Effort to Expand Access to Voting for Students
CHICAGO – Working to support young voters and encourage civic engagement among students, State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported a measure that would give high school students greater access to voting.
Hernandez Invites Residents to Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Veto Session, New Ideas for Legislation
AURORA, Ill. – To provide an update on recently passed legislation, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a town hall meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Waubonsee Community College, located at 18 S. River St. in Aurora.
Rep. Walker Meets with Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
HANOVER PARK, Ill. – Continuing his work to grow small business in Illinois, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently met with members of the Northwest Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Hernandez Backs Effort to Make Voting More Accessible to Students
AURORA, Ill. – In an effort to increase youth civic engagement, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported legislation that would allow Illinois students who are eligible to vote to take two hours out of the school day to participate in Election Day voting.
Slaughter Partners with Chicago Police Department to Host Town Hall Meeting
CHICAGO – To provide an update on new legislation and hear feedback from community residents, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently partnered with the Chicago Police Department to host a town hall meeting.
Mussman Partners with National Kidney Foundation Of Illinois to Host Free Kidney Screenings
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently partnered with the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois to provide free health and kidney screenings for residents at the Schaumburg Township District Library.
Crespo Responds to Disturbing Use of Student Isolation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, released the following statement responding to a Tribune/ProPublica Illinois investigation revealing the disturbing use of student isolation in schools across the state:
Gong-Gershowitz Bill Will Cap Insulin Prices, Hold Big Pharma Accountable
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the pharmaceutical industry continues to increase their profits at the expense of families and seniors, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, helped to pass legislation to hold big pharma accountable by addressing the price-gouging of insulin.
Stuart Supports Public Safety Pension Consolidation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To take the financial burden off of municipalities and create a stable path to fulfilling pension payments, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, supported legislation to consolidate downstate police and fire pension systems.
Stuart Sponsors Utility Bill Clinic and Promotes State Assistance Program for Utility Bills
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – To ensure residents are maximizing their savings this winter, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is encouraging her constituents to attend her upcoming Utility Bill Clinic in Granite City or to apply to state programs like The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Didech Reforms Pension System, Lowers Local Property Tax Burden
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his ongoing effort to reduce the tax burden on local families, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, backed legislation that consolidates the assets and management of 649 local police and fire pension systems into two systems.
Lilly Attends Stop Domestic Violence Seminar
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently attended a Stop Domestic Violence Seminar to highlight the issues of domestic violence and connect citizens with domestic violence prevention resources.
Jones Fights for Streamlined Pension System, Financial Security for Retired First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is working to streamline pension systems to reduce the property tax burden, generate greater returns on investments and offer more financial stability for many retired first responders by passing a significant pension consolidation measure.
Mason Takes a Stand Against Corruption, Supports Ethics Reform Legislation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to growing concerns regarding legislator and lobbyist ethics, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, supported legislation to combat public corruption and increase state government transparency.
Andrade-Backed Measure to Cap Insulin Prices Passes House
CHICAGO – A measure to help fight the rising cost of insulin sponsored by state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is headed to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk after the Illinois House of Representatives recently voted to pass the legislation.
Mussman Secures Pensions for First Responders, Continues Fight to Rein in Property Taxes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently voted to consolidate the assets and management of over 650 local police and fire pension systems, a move that will help reduce the projected future growth of property tax bills and increase pension security for first responders.
Smith Leads Effort to Control Cost of Insulin
CHICAGO – Launching an effort to lower the cost of critical lifesaving health care, state Rep. Nick Smith, D-Chicago, recently backed legislation that would control the cost of insulin for Illinois diabetics.