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Walsh Lays Out Legislative Session Priorities
JOLIET, Ill. – Reducing costs for families and improving critical resources are among the top priorities this legislative session for state Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., (D-Elwood), who will work toward propelling policy that alleviates everyday struggles, including his key sponsorship to remove the senior driving test requirement.
Ammons Passes Major Gun Safety Reforms to Get Firearms Out of the Hands of Abusers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, delivered major gun safety reforms to get guns out of the hands of domestic abusers Tuesday, creating new protection to remove firearms and ammunition from individuals who are the subject of protection orders.
Rep. Mason Fights for Property Tax Break for Zion Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Clean energy legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, that will lower the property tax burden on Zion homeowners and small businesses passed both houses of the Illinois General Assembly and is heading to the Governor’s desk. “This...
Chung Inaugurated, Continues to Serve Her Community
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — On Wednesday afternoon, state Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, was sworn into office, continuing her service to her community and her state. Chung issued the following statement:
Delgado Delivering Bold Solutions for Illinois’ Public Transit and Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, began her new term with a powerful call for action to address critical issues impacting Illinois residents. Taking the oath of office on Wednesday, Delgado pledged unwavering dedication to improving public transit, reducing cost of living, and ensuring affordable housing.
Gordon-Booth Begins New General Assembly Term, Emphasizes Need to Deliver for Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the inauguration of the 104th General Assembly, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, issued the following statement:
Williams Begins New Term with Economic Development, Healthcare and Public Safety on the Agenda
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As state Rep. Jawaharial ‘Omar’ Williams, D-Chicago, prepares to begin his term as a member of the 104th Illinois General Assembly, he is starting off with a laser focus on improving access to health care, increasing economic prosperity and making safer communities.
Scherer Begins New Term with a Renewed Focus on Working Families and Healthcare Access
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Beginning a new term in the Illinois House, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is focusing on reining in the cost of living and improving healthcare access for Central Illinois families.
Blair-Sherlock Begins New Term, Emphasizes Support for Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, issued the following statement Wednesday after the start of a new legislative term:
West Reflects on Beginning of New General Assembly Term
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, issued the following statement Wednesday after taking the oath for a new General Assembly term:
DeLuca takes Oath for New Term, Urges General Assembly to Prioritize Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, issued the following statement Wednesday as a new General Assembly term began:
Hoffman Begins New General Assembly, Emphasizes Support for Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a new General Assembly was inaugurated Wednesday, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement:
Stuart Emphasizes Education and Workplace Safety in New Term
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Representative Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has begun a new term in the Illinois House Wednesday, with her sights set on making college more affordable, protecting the rights of workers, and making the voice of the Metro East families heard in Springfield.
Grasse Addresses Plans for New Legislative Session
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Heading into her first spring legislative session, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, will prioritize cutting costs for working families, expanding access to affordable care, and leading efforts on making essential services more accessible to keep neighborhoods strong and stable.
Gill Begins New Term in Springfield, Emphasizes Sensible Approach to Education, Public Safety
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With a new General Assembly beginning Wednesday, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, retook her oath of office and issued the following statement:
Vella Begins New Term, Emphasizes Support for Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With the General Assembly beginning a new term Wednesday, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is looking to lower costs for working families and build on recent economic moves aimed at bringing jobs to the region.
Ford Kicks Off New General Assembly Filing Delta-8 Legislation as House Bill 1
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With a new General Assembly beginning, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, wants to prioritize passage of a consumer protection Delta-8 plan and has filed the first bill in the Illinois House this legislative session.
Buckner Lays Out Goals for New Term: Cutting Costs, Transit Policy, Affordable Healthcare
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, issued this statement following his inauguration to another term representing her community in Springfield: