Latest Updates:
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.
Stuart Urges Congress to Reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To strengthen efforts to prevent and respond to gender-based violence, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is sponsoring legislation urging the U.S. Congress to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
Rep. Hernandez Backs Legislation Promoting Student Rights, Healthy Learning Environments
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is combatting the use of isolation rooms in Illinois schools, addressing high-profile reports of traumatic disciplinary practices in public schools with new legislation focused on safer forms of correcting student behavior.
Mah-Backed Senior Property Tax Relief Measure Signed into Law
CHICAGO – Cook County homeowners who receive the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption this year will be able to keep that exemption through 2024 thanks to legislation sponsored by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, and signed into law Tuesday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Crespo Effort Brings Immediate Relief to Qualifying Seniors Seeking Tax Relief
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – Qualifying seniors in Cook County will receive much-needed property tax exemptions automatically this year rather than 2021 as a result of a new law championed by state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, and signed into law today by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fights for Responsible Use of New Technology, Fair Hiring Practices
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is governing the growth and use of artificial intelligence in job interviews by requiring prior warning for applicants before their personal data is compiled by an A.I.-powered program.
Manley Encourages Governor to Sign Legislation to Cap Insulin Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Pharmaceutical companies will no longer be able to charge diabetic Illinoisans large out-of-pocket prices for their insulin under new legislation passed by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet.
Free Museum Pass Available to Borrow from Lilly’s Office
CHICAGO – Area families interested in visiting some of Chicago’s world-class museums in the new year may be able to do so at no cost by checking out a free museum pass from state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago.
Walker’s Office Helps Residents Claim Over $80,000 Through ICash Program
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – With the help of state Rep. Mark Walker’s, D-Arlington Heights, office, two district residents, Phyllis and Raymond Green, recently reclaimed over $80,000 through the Illinois Treasurer’s ICash program.
Mason Invites Residents to Share Ideas for New Legislation
GURNEE, Ill. – Local residents have the opportunity to share their ideas on how to get the state back on the right track as state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, welcomes the community to submit their ideas for legislation for the upcoming 2020 session.