Latest Updates:
Governor Signs Stuart-Backed Measure to Expand Access to Medical Care for Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that survivors of sexual assault receive necessary medical attention as soon as possible, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported legislation to expand access to sexual assault care.
Slaughter to Host Property Tax Appeal Seminar with Cook County Board of Review
CHICAGO – To help local residents save money and lower their property tax bills, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Larry R. Rogers, Jr. to host a free property tax appeal seminar.
Stava-Murray to Serve on Property Tax Relief Task Force
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Naperville, will work to provide critical property tax relief for suburban homeowners as a member of the state’s newly created Property Tax Relief Tax Force, which will push for reforms to provide both long-term and immediate relief.
Andrade to Host Property Tax Appeals Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is working with Ald. Jim Gardiner, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen and Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi to host a Property Tax Appeals and Exemptions Workshop for local residents.
Didech Drainage District Consolidation Measure Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure passed by state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, to save taxpayers money and make government more efficient by consolidating unnecessary layers of government was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker late last week.
Kifowit Joins Castro and Invites Kane County Veterans to Town Hall Meeting in Elburn
AURORA, Ill. – Reiterating her support for local Veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is being joined by State Senator Christina Castro, and is inviting Veterans from Kane County to a Veteran Town Hall meeting next Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Elburn American Legion Post 630, located at 112 N. Main St. from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Ford Introduces Bill to Curb Abusive Local Government Collection Tactics
CHICAGO – In response to recent activity by local governments trying to collect decades-old parking tickets and other fine through collections agencies, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure to limit collection referrals to within seven years of an alleged violation.
Walker-Supported Bill Creating Study to Expand Apprenticeships Now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is now tasked with studying how best to expand apprenticeship programs throughout the state after Senate Bill 2024, spearheaded by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, was recently signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Slaughter-Backed Measure to Deny Inheritances to Elder Abusers Becomes Law
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to prevent those convicted of elder abuse from inheriting any property or wealth from their victim was signed into law last week.
Family-Wellness Advocates to Honor Crespo for Work on Behalf of Children and Education
CHICAGO – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is being honored by the Legal Council for Health Justice for his work enduring advocacy to ensure every child has access to educational services.
Hernandez Invites Local Residents to Discuss State, Local Issues Over Coffee
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is inviting local residents to share their thoughts on building a stronger Illinois for working families over a cup of coffee at her ‘Cafecito con Lisa’ events this month in Berwyn.
Smith Legislation to Address Teacher Shortage Becomes Law
CHICAGO, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to address the teacher shortage in Illinois, state Rep. Nick Smith, D-Chicago, sponsored an initiative to allow school districts to pay their student teachers and create early education endorsements to help individuals satisfy the state’s student teaching requirement.
Walsh Appointed to Serve on Route 66 Centennial Commission
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Lawrence “Larry” Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, has been appointed to serve on the Route 66 Centennial Commission, which will help organize official events celebrating the historic highway’s 100th anniversary.
Mason’s Measure Protecting Seniors Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is pleased to announce the enactment of her legislation extending protections for seniors who sign construction contracts with predatory door-to-door salesmen.
Lilly Town Hall Highlights the Arts in Illinois
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently highlighted opportunities in the arts at a town hall meeting.
Walker-Supported Bill Requiring Coverage for EpiPens now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Insurance companies in Illinois will now have to cover epinephrine injectors – commonly known as EpiPens – for children with severe allergies under new legislation recently signed into law and supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights.
Stuart Hosts ‘Back to School’ Women’s Supply Drive
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In order to prepare women and girls for the back to school season, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is collaborating with the Caseyville Public Library to collect feminine hygiene products. The drive will be held through the months of August and September. There will be a donation drop off box at Stuart’s constituent services office, located at 2105 Vandalia St., Unit #16 in Collinsville, as well as at the Caseyville Public Library at 419 S 2nd Street in Caseyville.
Mussman-Backed Bill to Protect Private Genetic Information Signed into Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help ensure that private genetic test results are not used against consumers, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation that would forbid the disclosure of personal genetic information to insurance companies without consent from the individual.