Latest Updates:
Rep. Hernandez Promotes Importance of Voting Rights, 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is supporting the significance of universal voting rights by backing a resolution to commemorate the efforts of millions of American women who fought for suffrage.
Stuart To Host Coffee Event in Caseyville
CASEYVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host a “Coffee with Katie” event to talk with constituents on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the South Main Diner at 421 South Main St. in Caseyville.
Manley Continues Fight to Limit Use of Harmful Ethylene Oxide
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Under a measure supported by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, industrial facilities that sterilize medical equipment will face further oversight and be required to limit their use of dangerous chemicals like ethylene oxide.
LaPointe, Martwick to Co-Lead Mental Health Seminar with National Alliance on Mental Illness
CHICAGO – Working to remove stigma towards mental health, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is gearing up to co-lead with state Sen. Rob Martwick, D-Chicago, an upcoming Mental Health 101 Seminar with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., and Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., at Wilbur Wright College Auditorium located at 4300 N. Narragansett Ave.
Tarver, Bucker to Host FAFSA Workshop for Local Students, Families
CHICAGO – To help prepare students and their families as they apply and navigate the financial aid process, state Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago is partnering with state Rep. Kam Bucker, D-Chicago, and ISACorps to host a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Welch Announces $333,000 State Grant for Fred Hampton Pool Renovation Project
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, announced today that the Village of Maywood will receive a $333,000 state grant to fund the Fred Hampton Pool Renovation Project.
West Highlights State Grant for Keye-Mallquist Park
ROCKFORD, Ill. – A Rockford neighborhood park represented by state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, will receive a $275,000 state grant after an announcement from Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office Friday.
Buckner, Tarver to Co-Host Free Application for Federal Student Aid Workshop
CHICAGO – Continuing to advocate for equitable access to higher education, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is co-hosting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Workshop with state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago. The workshop, facilitated through ISACorps, will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Dyett Walter H. Dyett High School for the Arts, located at 555 E. 51st St.
Buckner, Tarver to Co-Host Free Application for Federal Student Aid Workshop
CHICAGO – Continuing to advocate for equitable access to higher education, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is co-hosting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Workshop with state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago. The workshop, facilitated through ISACorps, will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Dyett Walter H. Dyett High School for the Arts, located at 555 E. 51st St.
LaPointe, Martwick to Host Mental Health Seminar with National Alliance on Mental Illness
CHICAGO – Working to remove stigma towards mental health, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is gearing up to co-lead with state Sen. Rob Martwick, D-Chicago, an upcoming Mental Health 101 Seminar with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., and Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., at Wilbur Wright College Auditorium located at 4300 N. Narragansett Ave.
Moylan and Murphy Push for Increased Safety Measures After Third Accident on Touhy Ave.
Moylan and Murphy Push for Increased Safety Measures After Third Accident on Touhy Ave.
Mussman-Backed Bill Promoting Access to Cancer Clinical Trials Takes Affect
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Minority and low-income households will have better access to more affordable cancer clinical trials after legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg took effect on Dec. 20, 2019.
Didech Recognizes Stevenson High School for their 5th Blue Ribbon Award
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, recently met with the Stevenson High School Board of Education to present them with a resolution recognizing them for their status as a National Blue Ribbon school for the fifth time.
Mason Pledges to Reform Domestic Violence Law
GURNEE, Ill. – Preparing to return to Springfield for her second legislative session, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is reaffirming her commitment to addressing domestic violence.
Jones Introduces Legislation to Address Violence through Trauma Centers
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is introducing legislation which aims to address violence by creating a pilot program that will study the effect trauma centers have in communities disproportionately impacted with high levels of violence.
Mussman Reevaluation of Isolation and Restraint in Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg calls for the General Assembly to do a thorough investigation to inform changes to current regulations regarding isolation and time out rooms and also the use of physical restraint in with in our school buildings.
Yednock Helps Raise Awareness During National Blood Donor Month
OTTAWA, Ill. – To help save lives through blood donations, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is helping to raise awareness of National Blood Donor Month across the country during the designated month of January.
Hoffman Highlights Human Trafficking Awareness Month, New Law to Crack Down on Exploiters
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To raise attention around the issue of human trafficking, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting a new law he recently supported to crack down on human trafficking and enhance penalties for those who benefit from exploitation.