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Crespo Serves as Vice Chair of Task Force to Address Sexual Abuse in Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will serve as a leading voice in the bipartisan Make SAFE Task Force, which is a result of a new law that will provide the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and school districts additional tools to combat educator misconduct and prevent the hiring of individuals with a criminal record.
Hernandez Highlights Impaired Driving Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for public safety, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting the importance of safe, sober driving this holiday season in recognition of Impaired Driving Awareness Month this December.
Walker Calls Attention to Safe Shopping Guide to Holiday Gift Buying
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to review the 2019 edition of the Attorney General’s Safe Shopping Guide to help ensure a hazard free and enjoyable holiday season. Attorney General Kwame Raoul creates the guide annually to highlight dangerous toys, children’s products and household items recalled during the past calendar year.
Hernandez Invites Locals to December Meeting, Participate in Winter Clothing Drive
AURORA, Ill. – As the year wraps up, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora is inviting local residents to her monthly coffee and conversation meeting on Friday, Dec. 20 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Jake’s Bagels, located at 220 N. Broadway in Aurora.
Latino Caucus Calls on Congress to Stand for Refugees, Reject Funding of Trump Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement calling on Congress to reject a budget that allocates funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Migrant “Protection” Protocols (MPP), a federal program that endangers the lives of individuals seeking asylum:
Tarver Calling for Community Engagement on Environmental Issue Facing City, Creates Lakefront Erosion Task Force
CHICAGO – Hoping to create positive change within the community, state Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, has created a task force to combat lakefront erosion, and is inviting community members to join him, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, and Alderman Greg Mitchell to combat the issue.
Kifowit Releases January Dates for “Coffee with Kifowit”
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, invites residents to meet with her at one of her “Coffee with Kifowit” events scheduled in January.
LaPointe Recognizes December as National Impaired Driving Awareness and Prevention Month
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is reminding local residents to celebrate safely this holiday season by recognizing December as National Impaired Driving Awareness and Prevention Month.
Buckner, Tarver Co-Host Fair Housing Town Hall to Empower Residents
CHICAGO – Advocating for equitable housing, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, co-lead a Fair Housing Town Hall with state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago. Facilitated through the Illinois Human Rights Commission and the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the town hall updated residents on Illinois’ Fair Housing protections.
Stuart Announces Upcoming Satellite Office Hours
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To connect with residents before the start of a busy legislative session, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will hold Satellite Office Hours on Friday, Dec. 20 and Wednesday, Jan. 22, both from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Granite City- City Hall, located at 2000 Edison Ave in Granite City.
Ortiz, Villanueva, Tabares Host Mobile DMV Event in Garfield Ridge | Ortiz, Villanueva Tabares Patrocinan Evento Móvil de la Secretaria del Estado en Garfield Ridge
CHICAGO – State Reps. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, and Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, are partnering with 23rd Ward Alderman Silvana Tabares to ensure local seniors and families have easy, efficient access to Secretary of State services via their Mobile DMV event on Thursday, Dec. 19 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Garfield Ridge Library, located at 6348 S. Archer Ave. in Chicago.
Mason Hears Constituent Feedback at Holiday Open House
GURNEE, Ill. – In an effort to remain open and accessible to all residents, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, hosted a Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 7 at her full-time Gurnee constituent services office.
Slaughter Gets Into Holiday Spirit, Hosts Donation Drives for Families in Need
CHICAGO – To help bring holiday cheer to families in need, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Metropolitan Family Services, Phalanx Family Services and Another Chance Church to host donation drives for food, toys and winter clothing.
Buckner Invites Residents to Holiday Open House
CHICAGO – As part of his commitment to be open and accessible to the community, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is inviting local residents to join him for a Holiday Open House on Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at his district office, located at 449 East 35th St, in Chicago.
Andrade Invites Community to Share Ideas for New Legislation
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is encouraging local residents to share their ideas for new state laws for the upcoming 2020 legislative session.
Slaughter Highlights Attorney General Raoul’s 2019 Safe Shopping Guide
CHICAGO – To help ensure the safety of children this holiday season, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging parents, grandparents and anyone who plans to purchase gifts for children to consult Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s 2019 Safe Shopping Guide.
Walker, Gillespie Celebrate Holiday Season with Residents
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To close out a productive and eventful year, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, and state Sen. Ann Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, celebrated the holiday season with residents at their recent Constituent Holiday Party at the Arlington Ale House.
Didech Helps Retrieve Roughly $19,000 for Local Animal Shelter
RIVERWOODS, Ill. – State Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, worked with Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs to retrieve nearly $19,000 in unclaimed property owed to Orphans of the Storm animal shelter.