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Olickal-Backed Medical Debt Program Delivers Relief for 52,000 Illinoisans
SKOKIE, Ill. — A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.
Stuart-Backed Bill Erases Medical Debt for Over 52,000 Illinois Residents
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — A new law created by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has already helped more than 52,000 Illinois families clear $72 million in medical debt, with more relief on the way.
Hoffman and Belt to Host Free Turkey Giveaway Nov. 25 at Downtown Belleville YMCA
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – With Thanksgiving approaching, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, are teaming up with Meridian to provide free turkeys to residents at an event on Monday, Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. until supplies run out at the Downtown Belleville YMCA, located at 200 S. Illinois St. in Belleville.
Hoffman Recognized with Affordable Assisted Living Coalition’s ‘Appreciation of Achievement Award’
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing his advocacy for seniors and successful passage of a personal needs allowance increase for supportive living residents, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was recently honored by the Affordable Assisted Living Coalition with its Appreciation of Achievement Award.
Delgado Highlights New Grant Funding for La Casa Norte Shelter Development Efforts
CHICAGO – As high housing costs and rents continue to grip Illinoisans, state Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, fought to award $2 million to La Casa Norte to develop new housing through the Non-Congregate Shelter Acquisition Program for those experiencing homelessness.
LaPointe, Fine to Hold Hearing on Barriers For Substance Use Providers, Harm Reduction Practitioners
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe and Senator Laura Fine will lead a joint subject matter hearing with the House and Senate Mental Health and Addiction/ Behavioral and Mental Health
Committees to identify and address the financial and administrative challenges facing substance use disorder (SUD) treatment providers and harm reduction practitioners on Thursday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. in the Michael A. Bilandic Building in Chicago (160 N. LaSalle Street). The hearing aims to deepen awareness and drive policy solutions that enable these providers to connect individuals struggling with substance use to essential, life-saving support.
Wednesday: Ford, Congressman Davis to Push Plan Empowering Previous Felony Convicted Individuals to Run for Local Office
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, and U.S. Congressman Danny K. Davis are calling for Illinois to allow certain formerly incarcerated individuals who served their time the opportunity to run for local office, bringing consistency to existing practice which enables such individuals to pursue state and federal office.
Rashid Invites Students to Participate in Local Art Contest
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, is inviting local elementary school students to participate in his second annual 21st District Art Contest.
Olickal Responds to West Rogers Park Shooting
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, issued the following statement in response to a possible hate crime shooting that took place over the weekend on Chicago’s North Side.
Scherer Reminds Parents and Guardians of Halloween Safety Tips
DECATUR, Ill. – Ahead of this month’s Halloween gatherings and trick-or-treating, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is reminding everyone who plans to celebrate Halloween of tips to stay safe during this year’s spooky season.
Gordon-Booth to Host Annual Senior Fall Luncheon Saturday, Nov. 9; Asks Attendees to RSVP
PEORIA, Ill. – With seating limited, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is encouraging local seniors to RSVP for her free Senior Fall Luncheon scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Childers Banquet and Catering Center, located at 3113 N. Dries. Ln. in Peoria.
LaPointe, Fine to Host Hearing on Special Funding for Behavioral Health, Cannabis Revenue & Opioid Settlements
SPRINGFIELD– State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, Sen. Laura Fine, other legislators, and treatment and harm reduction specialists will hold a subject matter hearing on Monday, Oct. 28, at 10 a.m. in the Michael A. Bilandic Building in Chicago (160 N. LaSalle Street). Legislators and participants will discuss an overview of cannabis-related taxes for behavioral health and opioid settlement funds.
Gill Honored as Friend of Agriculture, Underscores Importance of the Industry in Illinois
CHICAGO – Reflecting her diligent support of agricultural issues, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, has been honored by the Cook County Farm Bureau and Illinois Farm Bureau with a “Friend of Agriculture” award.
Harper Partners With Christian County Farm Bureau to Donate FFA Jackets
CHICAGO — State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Christian County Farm Bureau to donate two uniform jackets to students from her district wishing to join the Future Farmers of America (FFA).
Morris Encourages Residents to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance
CHICAGO – To help ensure local residents affected by this summer’s extreme weather and tornadoes in July, state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is highlighting the recent opening of a temporary Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) field office on the city’s West Side.
Mason Honored as Illinois Action for Children’s ‘Champion for Children’ for Leadership in Childcare, Family Services
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, was recently honored as a ‘2024 Champion for Children’ by the Illinois Action for Children (IAFC) as a ‘Champion for Children’ for her work advancing the causes of childcare and family services.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Raises Awareness of Thomas Lay Burroughs Award Nominations Recognizing Local School Board Members’ Service
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is recommending people in the local community nominate their school board members for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award, which annually recognizes extraordinary service on a local board of education.
Gill Encourages Residents to Nominate Outstanding School Board Members for Annual ISBE Award
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is calling on residents who know an outstanding school board member to nominate them for the Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) Thomas Lay Burroughs Award – an annual recognition that celebrates a local school board member for their extraordinary leadership on behalf of education.