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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.
Moeller Responds to Governor Pritzker’s State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, released the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State address on Wednesday:
Mah-Backed Insulin Price Cap Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois residents who rely on insulin to manage their diabetes will experience relief from skyrocketing costs under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, which recently became law.
Latino Caucus Looks to Continue Lifting Up Illinois Families, Crack Down on Corruption
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, released the following statement on behalf of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State Address:
Hoffman Prioritizes Reforms to Lift Up Middle-Class Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s delivery of the annual State of the State address, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, released the following statement:
Delgado: Our Community Needs Real Change
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, released the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State Address:
Mah: Stronger, More Stable Future in Sight for Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Wednesday in response to Gov. Pritzker’s State of the State address:
Walsh Responds to Gov. Pritzker’s State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, issued the following statement after Gov. Pritzker’s State of the State address to a joint session of the General Assembly:
Didech Looks to Continue Reining in Property Taxes, Restoring Trust in Government
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, released the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State Address:
Ortiz: Our Community Has Had Enough with the Status Quo
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, released the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State Address: