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Deputy Majority Leader Gordon-Booth Negotiates $20 Million Illinois Workforce Equity Initiative
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, launched the Workforce Equity Initiative, a statewide project that she negotiated to improve workforce inclusivity and wages for populations underrepresented in skills gap jobs as well as career and technical education programs.
Walker Hosts Crawford County Farm Bureau through “Adopt-A-Legislator” Program
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Thanks to the Illinois Farm Bureau’s “Adopt-A-Legislator” program, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted members of the Crawford County Farm Bureau at the Arlington International Racecourse for a day of relationship-building, discussion and celebration of the importance of Illinois agriculture.
Walker Invites Residents to “Coffee with Mark” Event in Mount Prospect
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Continuing his outreach efforts, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to join him for coffee and conversation on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St.
Andrade, Martinez to Host Shred Day and Prescription Take Back Event
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is partnering with state Sen. Iris Y. Martinez to host a free community shred day and prescription take back event on September 28th at Roosevelt High School, starting at 9 a.m.
Welch, Maywood Park District Invite Residents to Park Ribbon Cutting
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, and the Maywood Park District are inviting residents to the ribbon cutting of a brand-new park located at 1015 S. 10th Ave. in Maywood on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m.
Hernandez Stands in Solidarity with National Nurses United Strike
CHICAGO – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, released the following statement in solidarity with the University of Chicago Medical Center nurses on strike this Friday:
Hernandez Invites Local Families to College Financial Aid Events
CICERO, Ill. – With the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application officially opening on Tuesday, Oct. 1, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is hosting a Financial Aid Seminar and Workshop event for local students and their families.
Slaughter Invites Residents to Job Readiness and Résumé Writing Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Chicago State University and Washington Heights Workforce Center to host a free job readiness and résumé writing workshop.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation to Expand Victim Address Confidentiality Now Law
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to expand protections for victims of sexual assault and stalking was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Stuart to Hold Higher Education Advisory Committee
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To keep constituents informed about changes to higher education in Illinois, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host her next Higher Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library, located at 112 S. Kansas St.
Mason Delivers Food to Volunteers Working to Prevent Additional Flood Damage
GURNEE, Ill. – Following a week of heavy rain, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, brought pizza and snacks to 150 residents assembling sandbags for flood prevention at Warren Township High School O’Plaine Campus in Gurnee on Saturday.
Hernandez Appointed to Firearm Public Awareness Task Force
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition of her ongoing efforts to combat gun-related deaths in Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was recently appointed to the bipartisan House Firearm Public Awareness Task Force.
Crespo to Help Local Residents Lower their Property Tax Bills with Upcoming Appeal Workshops
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will help local residents reduce their property tax bills at two property tax appeal workshops in early October with local leaders and the Office of Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi.
Stuart, Metro East Legislators To Collect Diapers for National Diaper Week
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To increase the accessibility of diapers for families across the Metro East, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be collecting diapers during the week of Sept. 23-29 to benefit WIC recipients in Madison County. Stuart is organizing the diaper collection with state legislators from the Metro East, WIC in Granite City, and Soup-and-Share in Madison, IL to collect diapers for local women and families.
Mussman-Backed Measure to Require EpiPen Coverage for Children Signed into Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Illinois insurance companies will be required to cover EpiPens for minors after legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Mason Knocks Doors to Hear Community Concerns
GURNEE, Ill. – During the General Assembly’s legislative recess, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is spending time seeking feedback from local residents by going door-to-door in neighborhoods throughout her district.
Hernandez Invites Seniors to Fraud Prevention Seminar
AURORA, Ill. – To help seniors protect themselves against frequent scams occurring throughout Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is partnering with the Illinois Attorney General’s office to host a fraud prevention seminar on Thursday, Sept. 19 at the Prisco Community Center, located at 150 W. Illinois Ave. in Aurora from noon to 1 p.m.
Lilly Draws Attention to Children’s Mental Health Reforms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is calling attention to reforms of the children’s mental health system in Illinois.