Latest Updates:
Jones-Backed Legislation Cracking Down on Violence at Places of Worship Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is combatting religiously-motivated hate crimes by enacting a new law strengthening punishments for criminals who target people in places of worship.
Mason Discusses Future Legislation with Residents at Local Coffee Shop
GURNEE, Ill. – Community members joined state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, for an open conversation on state and local issues at He Brews Coffee Shop in Winthrop Harbor on Saturday.
West Applauds Release of State Grant Dollars for Airport Repair Hub
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is applauding the release of state dollars for a $14.7 million grant for a job-creating jet repair hub at the Chicago Rockford International Airport.
Kifowit-Backed Legislation to Expand Job Creation Programs, Apprenticeship Tax Credits Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to increase local economic growth, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, backed a measure to support businesses that invest in local jobs and apprenticeships that lead to good-paying employment opportunities.
Slaughter to Host Census Job Day with U.S. Census Bureau
CHICAGO – As the 2020 Census approaches, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to host a census job fair and help connect local residents to upcoming job opportunities.
Hernandez-Backed Legislation Expanding Grants to Future Teachers Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – A bill supported by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, which expands grants for teachers planning on working in hard-to-staff school districts, was recently signed into law.
Stuart Measure to Raise Minimum Salary for Teachers Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to increase the minimum salary for teachers was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week.
Andrade Applauds ‘Bank On” Plan to Protect Consumers
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is applauding efforts by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Comptroller Susana Mendoza to protect consumers through the creation of the “Bank On” initiative. The program, signed into law last week, aims to expand the number of certified financial products available to consumers new to banking.
Mah’s Immigrant Tenant Protection Measure Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois landlords will now be prohibited from using immigration status to harass or threaten tenants with eviction under a new law from state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago.
Mussman-Backed Measure to Increase Tobacco Age to 21 Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products in Illinois became law on July 1.
Mason Meets with Area Business Owners, Discusses Efforts to Grow Local Economy
GURNEE, Ill. – In an effort to recognize the achievements of locally-owned businesses in her community, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, visited Black Cat Stitchery in Winthrop Harbor on Wednesday.
Hernandez, Villanueva Invite Local Residents to Little Village Back-to-School Health Fair
CHICAGO – State Reps. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, and Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, are inviting local residents to a get a head start on the new school year with a Back-to-School Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 31st from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Piotrowski Park, located at 4247 W. 31st St. in the Little Village.
Walker-Sponsored Bill Expanding Workforce Development and Apprenticeships Now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – A bill passed by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, to create a grant program designed to close educational and employment gaps in career and technical education as well as apprenticeship programs was signed into law this week.
Yednock Blasts Vistra Energy Decision to Close Hennepin Power Plant
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, issued the following statement following Vistra executive’s decision to close the Hennepin Power Plant:
LaPointe Commends Pritzker’s Enactment of Measures to Support First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is bringing attention to a number of measures that directly support first responders, law enforcement and their families.
Historic Equal Pay Law backed by Rep. Walker Now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Highlighting his commitment to equal pay for equal work, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is commending Gov. J.B. Pritzker for signing legislation Walker spearheaded to protect women from potential pay discrimination.
Business, Labor Groups Recognize State Rep. Barbara Hernandez for Critical Transportation Investment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A coalition of business and labor leaders is applauding state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, for her commitment to creating jobs and revitalizing the economy by investing in stronger roads, bridges and other key economic drivers.
Harper Tours Urban Farm with State Agriculture Director
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently welcomed Illinois Department of Agriculture Director John Sullivan to Chicago to tour Growing Home, an urban farming organization in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood.