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Scherer Creates Additional Property Tax Exemptions for WW II Veterans, Recognizes Pearl Harbor Day
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To honor the sacrifices made by the countless men and women from Illinois who served in World War II, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, recently helped to pass legislation that creates new exemptions for these special veterans and their spouses.
Benton Urges Signing of Bill to Create Jobs, Expand Cutting Edge Energy Production
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — Following the passage of a bipartisan bill to create jobs and expand Illinois’ clean energy production by paving the way for small, modern nuclear projects, state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is advocating for the bill to become law.
Rep. Sharon Chung Applauds Local Businesses Inducted into the Illinois Made Program
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is celebrating local small businesses being recognized for their excellence.
Gill Highlights Retail Opening of CHSD 218’s High 5 Heights
PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to check out Community High School District (CHSD) 218’s High 5 Heights, a new store in Palos Heights which expands and enhances the district’s Adult Transition Program for individuals with special needs.
Scherer Honors Gold Star Families At Illinois’ Gold Star Family Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, honored the sacrifices of Illinois’ Gold Star families, offering opening remarks at a holiday ceremony highlighting the contributions of these special families.
Ford, Illinois Association of Black Real Estate Professionals to Host Property Tax Appeal Forum and Fair Dec. 9
CHICAGO – To help residents better understand their property taxes and how to appeal, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is teaming up with the Illinois Association of Black Real Estate Professionals and Cook County Commissioner Larry Rogers, Jr. for a property tax appeal forum and fair Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chicago Public Library’s Austin Branch, located at 5615 W. Race Ave. in Chicago.
Scherer Brings New Funding To Decatur to Improve Scovill Park
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is applauding improvements to the western trail at Scovill Park funded by $200,000 in grants from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
Buckner Introduces Collegiate Student-Athletes Bill of Rights and Improved Hazing Protection Measures
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, continues to lead the charge for student athletes’ rights in Illinois, as today he introduced two measures: the Student Athletes Bill of Rights and first-of-its-kind anti-hazing legislation.
Yang Rohr Bill Seeks to Expand Curriculum On Dangers Of Fentanyl
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is working to save lives and protect children from fentanyl by introducing bipartisan legislation to teach more students about the dangers of the drug.
Andrade Highlights IDOT Workshops for Minority-Owned Businesses
CHICAGO – Continuing his commitment to supporting minority-owned businesses in his community, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is touting new “Building Blocks of Success” workshops presented by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) throughout December.
Canty Advocates Tax Relief Bill for Families with Children
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D- Arlington Heights, is working for middle-class tax relief by backing legislation creating a new state tax credit that would provide significant tax relief for Illinois families with children or other dependents.
Hoffman Applauds IDOL Subpoena of U.S. Steel Regarding Granite City Layoffs
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, released the following statement Thursday after the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) issued a subpoena to U.S. Steel to investigate its compliance with the Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act regarding layoffs at the Granite City Works.
Manley Encourages Community Members to Write Letters of Support to Veterans During the Holidays
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – With the holiday season here, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting an opportunity for residents to give back to veterans residing at the state veterans’ homes by writing appreciation letters.
Mayfield Touts Workshops Aimed at Increasing State Contract Opportunities for Minorities
WAUKEGAN, Ill. — State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is promoting awareness of an upcoming series of workshops entitled “Building Blocks of Success” being offered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) focused on helping new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Workshops are currently scheduled between Dec. 5 and Dec. 21.
Stuart Highlights IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Businesses
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is promoting awareness of an upcoming series of workshops entitled “Building Blocks of Success” being offered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) focused on helping new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Workshops are currently scheduled between Dec. 5 and Dec. 21.
Ford to Discuss Psychedelic Therapy Legalization Efforts with Veterans at Town Hall Wednesday
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will provide an update to veterans on his efforts to legalize psychedelic therapy at a town hall discussion scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Dorman-Dunn Post 547 at 2129 W. Cermak Rd. in Chicago.
Gill Backs Plan to Ensure All Retired CPD Officers Receive 3% COLA
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, recently supported an effort to ensure all retired Chicago Police Department officers receive a 3% non-compounded cost of living adjustment (COLA), replacing existing statute that provides a lower, 1.5% non-compounded COLA for officers born after Jan. 1, 1966.
Ammons Highlights IDOT Workshops for Minority-Owned Businesses
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting workshops from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) open to businesses owned and operated by people of color throughout the month of December.