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Hernandez, Villanueva Invite Local Residents for Discussion of 2020 Census at Mi Tierra en la Villita
CHICAGO – To highlight the importance of participating in the 2020 Census, state Reps. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, and Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago are working with fellow Latino Caucus members and the Illinois Latino Caucus Foundation to host the Census 2020 Tour, which will include stops across various Latino owned businesses in the Chicagoland area.
Walker to Host Clean Energy Town Hall
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to a town hall on clean energy and the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA) on Wednesday, Sept. 5 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, located at 500 N. Dunton Ave. This event will also feature representatives from clean energy and organizations such as the Illinois Environmental Council, the Sierra Club, the Citizens Utility Board and Elevate.
Slaughter-Backed Illinois Open Checkbook Act to Increase Illinois’ Fiscal Transparency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Residents will be able to more easily view online records on state spending and finances under a new law backed by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago.
LaPointe, Saviano Discuss Efforts to Build a Stronger Illinois and Middle Class
ELMWOOD PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, recently met with Elmwood Park Mayor Angelo “Skip” Saviano to discuss state and municipal issues.
Didech Announces September “Donuts with Dan” with Lake County Clerk Robin O’Connor
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, will host one of his signature “Donuts with Dan” gathering along with special guest, Lake County Clerk Robin O’Connor, in Meeting Room B at the Fremont Public Library, located at 1170 N. Midlothian Rd. in Mundelein on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 11 a.m.
Mussman Measure to Promote Mental Health Services on College Campuses Now Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Mental health wellness resources for college students will be more accessible at public universities and community colleges thanks to a new law passed by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg.
Mussman Invites Local Small Business Owners to Roundtable
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Partnering with the Schaumburg Business Association and the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is inviting small business owners to join her for a roundtable discussion to talk about their ideas on how to improve the local business climate.
Harper Measure to Expand Preventative Care Access for Minors Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to expand preventative health care access for minors from state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is now law in Illinois.
Mason Donates School Supplies to Back-to-School Block Party
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, donated school supplies to Lake County Black Lives Matter’s 2nd Annual Back-to-School Block Party in Zion on Saturday.
Ortiz Invites Local Residents to Join Him to Discuss Importance of 2020 Census
CHICAGO – Committed to ensuring everyone is counted and heard in the 2020 Census, state Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, is hosting a community conversation about the importance of participating on Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at El Tarasco Restaurant, located at 4358 W. 51st in Chicago.
Stuart Refuses Legislative Pay Increase, Donates to Local Organizations
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – As a part of her continued commitment to promote good government and save taxpayer dollars, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, refused to accept the legislative pay increase included in the state budget. Instead, Stuart chose to put the pay increase back into the community by donating to various local organizations.
LaPointe Opens New Constituent Service Office in Gladstone Park
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, will help local residents receive critical state resources and discuss issues that matter most to local residents at her new constituent services office located at 6315 N Milwaukee Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago.
Harper’s Blockchain Technology Bill Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure from state Rep Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, to promote the use of blockchain technology by businesses in Illinois is now law.
Didech Applauds Signing of Bill Banning Toxic Chemical Found in Receipts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is applauding the signing of legislation he sponsored to ban the harmful chemical Bisphenol A (BPA) from being used in in the production of thermal paper commonly used for receipts. BPA has been linked to higher rates of cancer, among other harmful health effects.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation Provides Mental Health Resources for Law Enforcement
CHICAGO – To promote mental health care among law enforcement, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, supported legislation to raise awareness of common mental health issues and implement officer training courses on improving mental wellness.
Crespo Effort to Prevent Sexual Abuse in Schools Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law from state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will provide school districts with additional tools to avert misconduct by educators and prevent the hiring of individuals with criminal records.
State Rep. Barbara Hernandez’s Legislation Combatting Trump Administration’s Attack on Food Stamps Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is fighting back against Donald Trump’s attempts to cut resources for struggling families, enacting a new law that will ensure families maintain access to the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP).
Stuart Bill Requiring Health Insurers to Cover Donated Breast Milk Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, requiring health insurance providers to cover donated breast milk, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. The new law will increase access to donated human breast milk, which can be vital to the health of medically fragile babies.