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Mussman Advocates for Easier Access to Senior Homestead Exemption
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Under legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, seniors in Cook County will no longer be required by law to reapply annually for senior homestead exemptions on their property taxes. This legislation was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in August.
State Rep. Walker to Host “Fake News” Media Literacy Seminar with Daily Herald, Media Experts
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – In an era of “fake news” that can cloud political discourse, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to join a panel of local media experts to discuss media literacy at a seminar scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 19 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library.
Walker Organizes Women’s Supply Drive to Benefit Local Crisis Intervention Organization
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Throughout September, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, and Buffalo Grove, is asking area residents to donate feminine hygiene products and other needed items to benefit local crisis intervention center NorthWest Compass.
Mussman Supports Ban on Smoking in Cars with Minors
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To promote public health and protect minors from the dangers of second-hand smoke, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, supported legislation that would prohibit occupants of a vehicle from smoking while in the presence of minors.
LaPointe Encourages Residents to Fix Their Homes Through Roof & Porch Repair Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is encouraging Chicago residents to apply for the city’s Roof & Porch Repair Program that can help families fix outdated roofs and porches.
Lilly Measure to Help Students with Anger Management Issues Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to assist students with anger management problems from state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is now law.
Andrade to Host Free Shredding and Prescription Take Back Event
CHICAGO, – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is partnering with state Sen. Iris Martinez for a free community shredding and prescription takeback event at Roosevelt High School, located at 3436 W. Wilson Ave. on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 9 a.m. The event will be held in the parking lot of the high school, located off Leland Ave.
Jones-Backed Legislation Ensuring Fair Pay for Teachers Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is helping combat Illinois’ teacher shortage by ensuring that educators in communities across the state are paid fairly for their important work.
New Stuart Law to Extend Professional Licenses for Military Members and Spouses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will allow military members and their spouses to extend their temporary professional and occupational licenses while they are stationed in Illinois. The new law will also give the applicants the ability to reapply for permanent licensure while simultaneously being able to work.
Welch Earns 100% Rating from Top Environmental Group
HILLSIDE, Ill. – In recognition of his strong record to protect the environment and combat climate change, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, received a perfect 100% rating from the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC).
Slaughter Partners with Cook County Board of Review to Host Property Tax Appeal Seminar
CHICAGO – In an effort to provide property tax relief to local residents, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, partnered with the Cook County Board of Review’s Commissioner Larry R. Rogers, Jr. to host a free property tax appeal seminar last week.
Latino Caucus Invites Communities to Join Census Tour and Make Sure Everyone is Counted
CHICAGO – To highlight the importance of participating in the 2020 Census, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, and State Sen. Omar Aquino, D-Chicago are inviting residents throughout the Chicagoland area to join them and fellow members of the Latino Caucus and the Illinois Latino Caucus Foundation on Saturday, Sept. 7 at their various visits of Latino-owned businesses, which include Mi Tierra en la Villita.
Lilly’s Pregnancy and Childbirth Rights Measure Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure from state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, to ensure pregnancy and childbirth rights for women is now law in Illinois.
Yednock Attends Vactor Manufacturing Plant Grand Opening
STREATOR, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is touring local businesses throughout the Illinois Valley to discuss the state’s balanced budget along with tax credits that will help businesses grow. He recently toured the new Vactor Manufacturing plant in Streator to attend its groundbreaking and discuss new ideas to attract new businesses to Illinois.
Hernandez to Host Women’s Legislative Issues Discussion
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a women’s legislative roundtable discussion on Monday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library, located at 101 S. River St. in Aurora.
Mason Celebrates New Business in Beach Park
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of First Midwest Bank’s newest branch location at 11411 W. Wadsworth Road in Beach Park on Thursday.
Hernandez Announces September Coffee and Conversation Events
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is inviting residents of the 83rd district to meet with her over coffee at her two Coffee and Conversation events in the month of September, as a continued effort to discuss important legislation and other community concerns.
Stuart to Host Title IX Panel at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a Title IX Panel at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville to encourage college students and community members to come together to discuss Title IX and sexual assault on college campuses. The event will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the SIUe Morris University Center in the International Room. Stuart is hosting this event in partnership with state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, the Title IX Coordinator at SIUe, and Call for Help.