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Slaughter-Backed Measure to Remove Barriers to Employment by Restricting Driver License Suspensions Passes House and Senate
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to prohibit the Secretary of State from revoking driver’s licenses for non-driving related offenses recently passed in both the House and Senate.
Walker to Help Residents Learn About Health Care Coverage at Get Covered Illinois Event
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To help residents prepare for the upcoming insurance marketplace open enrollment period, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is partnering with the Department of Insurance’s Get Covered Illinois initiative to provide a free informative seminar to the community on how to receive affordable health care coverage through the state marketplace. The seminar will be held on Monday, Nov. 26 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St. in Mount Prospect.
Rep. Welch Encourages Proviso East Students to Get Involved in their Community
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, spoke to students at Proviso East recently to highlight the importance of civic engagement and how young people can create positive change in their community.
Villanueva Highlights Winter Heating Assistance Program
CHICAGO – As cold temperatures hit the region, state Rep. Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents in need to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a winter heating assistance program that helps families pay for utility services.
Walker Hears from Residents at Lutheran Home Town Hall
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Dedicated to meeting with and hearing from his constituents, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted a town hall discussion at the Lutheran Home, a local senior living community in Arlington Heights.
Hernandez Invites Locals to Help Write ‘Thank You’ Letters to Veterans at November Coffee Meeting
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to meet one-on-one with constituents, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is inviting residents to her monthly Coffee and Conversation event on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Two Brothers Roundhouse, located at 205 N. Broadway in Aurora.
Yednock to Host Second Veterans Advisory Committee
OTTAWA, Ill. – Working to support veterans and service members in his district, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D- Ottawa, is working with Steven Kreitzer from LaSalle County Veterans Assistance Commission to discuss issues facing local veterans. The event is on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. at the Ottawa Veterans of Foreign War hall, located at 1501 La Salle St. in Ottawa.
Jones to Hold Mental Health Workshop to Raise Awareness of Symptoms, Treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease
LYNWOOD, Ill. – In an ongoing effort to support mental health care in Illinois, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is holding an Alzheimer’s workshop with mental health experts from the South Holland Memory Care Community. The event is on Monday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Lynwood/Glenwood Public Library at 19901 Stoney Island Avenue in Lynwood.
Andrade Joins Neighbors for Community Safety Event
CHICAGO – After a series of gun violence incidents, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, joined The Residents of Irving Park and local area residents yesterday for a family-friendly community safety event to reclaim the streets for the community.
Smith Announces Local IDOT Infrastructure Projects
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicholas Smith is highlighting projects that will impact the local area and region.
LaPointe Supports Legislation Restricting Use of Cancer-Causing Ethylene Oxide in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In one of her first votes as a new member of the Illinois General Assembly, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is working to protect families from cancer-causing chemicals that are being released into the air by reckless companies by passing legislation stopping the use of ethylene oxide (EtO) through the Illinois House.
Stuart Contributes to Diaper Donation Drop-Off to Assist Working Families
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide families in the community with access to clean diapers, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, dropped off donated diapers to the Soup-N-Share food bank in Madison, IL. Soup-N-Share recently launched a diaper bank for disadvantaged families with young children. Stuart partnered with other local legislators to collect diapers from around the Metro East to help Soup-N-Share start building up their diaper bank.
Hernandez Highlights Free Dental Care for Veterans
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is bringing attention to a statewide initiative led by the Illinois State Dental Society (ISDS), to provide free dental services to the veteran community through their “Illinois Dentists Salute” program.
Slaughter Invites Local Community Members to Town Hall Meeting in the 21st Ward
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting local community members to voice their opinions and receive critical legislative updates at a town hall meeting on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th St. in Chicago.
Harper Promotes Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to Alzheimer’s Awareness Month this November.
Nearing Veterans Day, Lilly Highlights Measure to Improve the Delivery of Services to Illinois Veterans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Veterans Day approaches, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is working to streamline the delivery of veterans’ services in Illinois by creating one-stop job, housing and service centers.
LaPointe to Fight for Families, Environment, Students, Anti-Violence Policies, Mental Health as New Member of Key House Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, will serve on several significant House committees positioning her to help fight for working families, environmental protections, better school curriculum policies for students and teachers, public safety programs and stronger mental health services for Illinois’ most vulnerable.
Stuart Sponsors Shred Day with Crowe and Bristow
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the parking lot of Granite City High School, located at 3148 Fehling Rd. Stuart is hosting this event in partnership with state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D–Glen Carbon.