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Mason Shares About Experience in Government with Girl Scout Troop
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, met with a troop of Girl Scouts to discuss her time as a legislator and the importance of civic engagement at the Church of Saint Patrick in Wadsworth on Monday.
Mussman-Backed Bill Establishing Teacher Minimum Wage Will Take Effect Jan. 1, 2020
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, which aims to tackle the teacher shortage and affirm Illinois’ commitment to education by establishing a teacher minimum salary has been signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker and will take effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
Slaughter Encourages Residents to Apply for Winter Heating Assistance Program
CHICAGO – With the winter season nearly in full-swing, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is strongly urging residents to apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which offers financial assistance to help cover utility services for families in need.
Buckner Advocates for Consumer Protections on the Internet
CHICAGO – To protect his constituent’s privacy, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is introducing legislation that would protect consumer’s private and sensitive data from company websites and online services. The measure would require online services and commercial websites to inform Illinois customers on how their information is stored and utilized.
Slaughter Highlights Impaired Driving Prevention Month, Encourages Residents to Exercise Caution During the Holidays
CHICAGO – In recognition of Impaired Driving Prevention Month, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is emphasizing the importance of driving safely this holiday season.
Buckner Speaks With Residents at Holiday Open House
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, recently hosted a successful Holiday Open House for his community, allowing him to engage one-on-one with folks while enjoying some refreshments and watching families partake in the holiday cookie decorating station.
Jones Calls on Local Residents for Input on Bill Ideas
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – Encouraging public participation in the legislative process, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is offering local residents an opportunity to make their voices heard by welcoming input and feedback on proposing bill ideas.
Welch Encourages Local Residents to Submit their Bill Ideas for the Upcoming Legislative Session
HILLSIDE, Ill. – To make sure that our community has a voice in Springfield, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is urging residents to send him their ideas to help improve Illinois.
Mussman Invites Residents to Share Ideas for New Legislation
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To continue her work to bring local ideas to the State Capitol, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging local residents to share their ideas for new legislation to help get the state back on the right track.
Mason Prepares for Spring Session with Input from Environmental Advisory Council
GURNEE, Ill. –In anticipation of the upcoming legislative session, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, met with members of her Environmental Advisory Council to discuss bill ideas at her district office in Gurnee.
Walker Donates Salary Increase to Journeys, Delivers Clothes from Warm Clothing Drive
PALATINE, Ill. – Reflecting his commitment to helping those in need, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently delivered the clothes his office collected during his Warm Clothing Drive to Journeys The Road Home, a local shelter helping those experiencing...
Crespo Serves as Vice Chair of Task Force to Address Sexual Abuse in Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will serve as a leading voice in the bipartisan Make SAFE Task Force, which is a result of a new law that will provide the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and school districts additional tools to combat educator misconduct and prevent the hiring of individuals with a criminal record.
Hernandez Highlights Impaired Driving Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for public safety, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting the importance of safe, sober driving this holiday season in recognition of Impaired Driving Awareness Month this December.
Walker Calls Attention to Safe Shopping Guide to Holiday Gift Buying
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is encouraging residents to review the 2019 edition of the Attorney General’s Safe Shopping Guide to help ensure a hazard free and enjoyable holiday season. Attorney General Kwame Raoul creates the guide annually to highlight dangerous toys, children’s products and household items recalled during the past calendar year.
Hernandez Invites Locals to December Meeting, Participate in Winter Clothing Drive
AURORA, Ill. – As the year wraps up, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora is inviting local residents to her monthly coffee and conversation meeting on Friday, Dec. 20 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Jake’s Bagels, located at 220 N. Broadway in Aurora.
Latino Caucus Calls on Congress to Stand for Refugees, Reject Funding of Trump Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement calling on Congress to reject a budget that allocates funding for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Migrant “Protection” Protocols (MPP), a federal program that endangers the lives of individuals seeking asylum:
Tarver Calling for Community Engagement on Environmental Issue Facing City, Creates Lakefront Erosion Task Force
CHICAGO – Hoping to create positive change within the community, state Rep. Curtis J. Tarver II, D-Chicago, has created a task force to combat lakefront erosion, and is inviting community members to join him, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, and Alderman Greg Mitchell to combat the issue.
Kifowit Releases January Dates for “Coffee with Kifowit”
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, invites residents to meet with her at one of her “Coffee with Kifowit” events scheduled in January.