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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.
Manley Passes New Law to Crack Down on Human Trafficking in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Under legislation backed by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, human traffickers and others who profit from the exploitation of vulnerable women and children will face harsher penalties. This legislation was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Stuart Introduces Ethics Reform for Legislators
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To eliminate conflicts of interest for current state lawmakers, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently introduced legislation that would require General Assembly members to wait at least two years before accepting employment or compensation as a lobbyist in the state of Illinois.
Mason to Host Legislative Forum in Gurnee
GURNEE, Ill. – To hear feedback and answer questions about pending legislation, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is hosting a legislative forum on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Warren-Newport Public Library, located at 224 O’Plaine Rd. in Gurnee.
Mussman Highlights Need for Comprehensive Sex Education
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To combat high rates of teen dating violence, sexually transmitted diseases and teen pregnancy among Illinois students, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg introduced a new resolution to highlight the need for comprehensive sex education.
Didech Introduces ‘Self-Exclusion’ from Cannabis Legislation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to assist Illinoisans dealing with addiction, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, introduced legislation to create a self-exclusion program for cannabis dispensaries modeled after what is currently in place for casinos.
Walker Highlights New Cook County Surviving Spouse Tax Exemption
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is calling attention to the new Surviving Spouse Tax Abatement program through Cook County to benefit all surviving spouses of a fallen police officer, soldier or rescue worker.
State Rep. Hernandez Promoting Census Participation in Minority Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is calling on all state agencies to post information regarding Census participation in Spanish in clearly accessible areas to increase fair Census coverage in Spanish-speaking communities.
Welch Awarded Legislator of the Year by Illinois Association of Park Districts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, was recognized as a leading advocate of the parks by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD), this week in Springfield.
Host Successful Mental Health Seminar with National Alliance on Mental Illness
CHICAGO – Working to shine a light on the importance of mental health, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, recently co-hosted with state Sen. Rob Martwick, D-Chicago, a Mental Health 101 Seminar with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at Wilbur Wright College to offer helpful resources and information for identifying and addressing mental health issues.
Yednock Joins LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office for Ride-Along
OTTAWA –In an effort to understand what local law enforcement officers experience every day in their service, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, joined the LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office for a police ride-along this week.
Stuart Addresses Senior Group, Details Work on Elder Abuse Task Force
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently met with members of We’ve Been There, a Granite City group that works on senior issues, to share an update from the Elder Abuse Task Force, to which Stuart was appointed this past spring.
Buckner Advocates for Environmental Protections for Chicago’s Lake Shore
CHICAGO – Working to advocate for pro-active environmental protections, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is passionately urging Illinois Congress members to act quickly to address the erosion of Chicago’s Lake Michigan shoreline.