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Lilly Highlights Law to Increase Diversity in Colleges and Universities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new law to increase diversity in college admissions in Illinois.
LaPointe Supports Measure to Allow Pharmacists to Prescribe Birth Control
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is bringing attention to critical legislation that would streamline women’s access to health care in Illinois as President Trump continues his assault on reproductive health care.
Didech Measure Expanding Coverage for Lifesaving Breast Cancer Screenings Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is praising a new law recently signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker that expands coverage for lifesaving breast cancer screenings.
Slaughter Measure to Expand Prison Sentencing Credits Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to reform the criminal justice system in Illinois, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D- Chicago, recently championed legislation that expands inmates’ eligibility for sentencing credits.
Slaughter to Host Employment Skills Workshop for Local Residents
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Community Assistance Programs (CAPs) to host a free workshop on job readiness and interviewing skills.
Ortiz Invites Local Residents to Upcoming Property Tax Appeal Workshops
CHICAGO – State Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, is working with state Rep. Celina Villanueva, Cook County Commissioner Alma Anaya, and Ald. Mike Rodriguez to help local residents reduce their property tax bills by hosting two property tax appeal workshops this month.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Host I-Cash Event with Treasurer’s Office
AURORA, Ill. – To help local residents find unclaimed money, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is inviting constituents to her I-Cash event with State Treasurer Mike Frerichs’ office on Saturday, Sept. 14th from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Aurora Police Department community meeting room, located at 1200 E. Indian Trail Rd. in Aurora.
Jones-Backed Legislation Protects Seniors from Accidental Tax Hike
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Helping build a better Illinois and stronger middle class, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is highlighting a new law that simplifies the application process for Cook County seniors seeking the Senior Homestead Exemption.
Lilly Highlights New Law to Simplify Property Taxes for Cook County Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law from state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, will begin to simplify Cook County’s byzantine property tax system by instituting a program to reduce the amount of times seniors must apply for property tax exemptions.
LaPointe Backs Crack Down on Unfair License Suspension, Ensuring Drivers Aren’t Kept from Work
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is standing up to the unfair practice of suspending motorists’ driver’s licenses for parking tickets and other minor infractions by backing legislation that will ensure people are able to drive to work.
Yednock to Host Veteran Advisory Committee
STREATOR, Ill. – To help local veterans access resources available to them, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is creating a local Veteran Advisory Committee. The LaSalle County Veterans Assistance Commission is partnering with Yednock on these events.
Slaughter Partners With U.S. Census Bureau for Job Day
CHICAGO – In an effort to help local residents find jobs and ensure a complete census count, State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently hosted Census Job Day in collaboration with the U.S. Census Bureau, Cook County Commissioner Stanley Moore and Alderman Howard Brookins.
Mussman Advocates for Easier Access to Senior Homestead Exemption
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Under legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, seniors in Cook County will no longer be required by law to reapply annually for senior homestead exemptions on their property taxes. This legislation was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in August.
State Rep. Walker to Host “Fake News” Media Literacy Seminar with Daily Herald, Media Experts
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – In an era of “fake news” that can cloud political discourse, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to join a panel of local media experts to discuss media literacy at a seminar scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 19 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library.
Walker Organizes Women’s Supply Drive to Benefit Local Crisis Intervention Organization
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Throughout September, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, and Buffalo Grove, is asking area residents to donate feminine hygiene products and other needed items to benefit local crisis intervention center NorthWest Compass.
Mussman Supports Ban on Smoking in Cars with Minors
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To promote public health and protect minors from the dangers of second-hand smoke, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, supported legislation that would prohibit occupants of a vehicle from smoking while in the presence of minors.
LaPointe Encourages Residents to Fix Their Homes Through Roof & Porch Repair Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is encouraging Chicago residents to apply for the city’s Roof & Porch Repair Program that can help families fix outdated roofs and porches.
Lilly Measure to Help Students with Anger Management Issues Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to assist students with anger management problems from state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is now law.