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Mason Takes Stand Against Child Emotional Abuse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Children experiencing emotional abuse from a parent or guardian would be protected under state law through legislation being championed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.
Manley Leads Charge for Ethics Reform in State Government, Lobbying
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To increase transparency and accountability among government officials, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is leading an effort to pass a package of legislative reforms to improve and strengthen ethics rules and crack down on lobbying practices.
Hernandez Honors Victims of Henry Pratt Shooting, Calls for Stronger Gun Safety Measures
AURORA, Ill. – In remembrance of the victims of the Henry Pratt Company warehouse shooting in 2019, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued the following statement:
Walker Takes a Stand Against Corruption, Supports No Work No Pay
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – In order to promote government transparency and ethical representation, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is supporting legislation that would end the practice of paying legislators for a full month of work, regardless of when they resign.
Walker, Gillespie to Host Workshop with Women Employed on Pay Equity, Skill Building
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To better help women navigate a new state law addressing pay equity, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, and state Sen. Ann Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, are teaming up with Women Employed, a nonprofit working to expand educational and employment opportunities for all women, to host a Women’s Skill Building Workshop on Feb. 20 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St.
Slaughter-Backed Measure to Cap Insulin Prices Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Thanks to a new law that was supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, the cost of insulin will be capped at $100 per month for Illinois patients.
Mussman Backs Bipartisan measure to Ban Red Light Cameras
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Committing to reforming the ways that local governments operate, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is supporting bipartisan legislation that would ban the usage of red-light cameras in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Madison, McHenry, St. Clair, and Will counties.
Jones-Backed Grants Provide Property Tax Relief to 20 South Suburban Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Taxpayers in 20 south suburban communities will receive property tax relief under a measure passed by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, which provides $26 million for local schools in order to reduce skyrocketing property taxes.
LaPointe Supports Domestic Violence Task Force
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation to create the Domestic Violence Task Force to conduct a comprehensive study of current domestic violence laws in Illinois and look for ways to improve protections for victims of violence.
Scherer Introduces Resolution, Honors St. Teresa High School Volleyball 2A State Champions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The St. Teresa High School volleyball team was recognized by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, in Springfield Wednesday for winning the 2A state championship.
Slaughter Invites Local Women to host Career Skill Building Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Women Employed to host a workshop focused on helping women understand the state’s new equal pay measure and salary negotiation strategies on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 5:30 p.m. at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th St. in Chicago.
Didech Invites Residents to Share Thoughts at “Donuts with Dan” Event
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is inviting residents to share their thoughts on the issues that matter most to them at his “Donuts with Dan” event on Saturday, Feb. 15, at 10 a.m. at Vernon Area Public Library located at 300 Olde Half Day Rd., Lincolnshire.
Hernandez-Backed Law Ends Discriminatory License Suspensions that Kept People from Work
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – No one will be prohibited from driving to work because of parking tickets under a new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, reforming a discriminatory practice that punished those who can least afford it.
Crespo Responds to CPS IG Resignation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, released the following statement urging for the swift appointment of a truly independent inspector general for the Chicago Public Schools (CPS):
Kifowit to Host a Transportation Update with Pace and the Regional Transportation Authority
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is inviting residents to receive an update about local transportation on Thursday, Feb. 20 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Aurora Library, located at 555 S. Eola Rd. in Aurora.
Stuart to Host ICash Event with Illinois Treasurer’s Office
GLEN CARBON, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is partnering with the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office to host a free I-Cash event. The event will be held on Thursday, Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Glen Carbon Centennial Library.
Hoffman Highlights American Heart Month, Invites Seniors to Health and Wellness Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To bring attention to the importance of heart health, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting American Heart Month, and is inviting local seniors to a Health and Wellness Fair he is hosting in Granite City on March 12.
Mason Introduces Bill to Notify Parents When School Teacher, Administrator is Charged with Sex Crime
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure introduced by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, would bring greater transparency to Illinois public schools by requiring school boards to notify parents in writing when a district employee is charged with a sex offense.