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State Rep. Walker Celebrates Veterans this Independence Day
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Recognizing the sacrifices so many have given for us to celebrate Independence Day, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is honoring and thanking our veterans and all men and women in uniform this Fourth of July.
Slaughter Leads the Charge to Abolish Monetary Bail
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently spoke at a rally organized by the Coalition to End Money Bail to urge fellow lawmakers to support current efforts to abolish monetary bail.
Didech Announces Youth Advisory Committee
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is encouraging high school and college students to participate in his Youth Advisory Council on Saturday, July 27 at 11 a.m. at the Vernon Area Library, located at 300 Olde Half Day Rd. in Lincolnshire.
Slaughter Supports Measure to Make College More Affordable for Military Personnel
CHICAGO – To help veterans who are pursuing higher education, state Rep. Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation to make tuition more affordable for active duty military and veterans.
Hernandez and Foster Host Census Seminar at Nancy Hill Elementary
AURORA, Ill. – With the 2020 Census around the corner, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently hosted an informational seminar and premiere of a census video made by community members and students from Nancy Hill Elementary School in Aurora explaining key features and procedures.
Didech Announces July “Donuts with Dan” Events in Mundelein and Wheeling
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to reach out to the community, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is holding multiple ‘Donuts with Dan’ events during the month of July.
Stuart to Host “Cones with Katie” at the Dairy Bar in Granite City
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – To discuss state and local issues with constituents, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting “Cones with Katie” on Saturday, July 13 at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Dairy Bar, located at 2673 E. 28th St. in Granite City.
Didech Applauds Passage of Drainage District Consolidation
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is celebrating a victory in his mission to consolidate units of government as both chambers of the General Assembly passed a bill to eliminate unnecessary drainage districts in Illinois.
Stuart Announces Senior Scam and Identity Theft Prevention Seminar
CASEYVILLE, Ill. – To educate senior citizens about potential fraud and scams targeted at older residents, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is partnering with the Illinois Attorney General’s office to host a senior scam and identity theft prevention seminar. This will help senior constituents make sure they are protected from potential scams. The seminar will be held at Caseyville Public Library on July 10 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Mussman Emphasizes the Importance of Safety on Independence Day
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Independence Day draws nearer, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, urges all residents to exercise caution on one of the most popular days of the summer.
Kifowit Sponsors Property Tax Rebate Program to Help Protect Middle-Class Families
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her fight to provide property tax relief to middle-class families in local communities, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently backed an initiative to create the Illinois Property Tax Relief Fund.
Jones Passes Property Tax Relief Bill for Illinois Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Homeowners will receive an annual refund on their property taxes under legislation passed by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, taking a critical step toward property tax relief for Illinois homeowners.
Local Legislators Respond to Area Residents at Town Halls
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – After an eventful session, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, and state Sen. Ann Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, held town hall meetings to discuss important legislation passed this spring and to hear feedback from residents.
Latino Caucus Responds to SCOTUS Decision on Census Citizenship Question
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement urging Congress to hold additional hearings on the politically motivated citizenship question for the 2020 Census, as the Supreme Court’s decision leaves open the possibility for the Trump Administration to find another way to justify it:
State Rep. Walker to Host Series of Property Tax Appeal Seminars
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – With upcoming property tax re-assessments coming to Wheeling Township, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is hosting a series of property tax appeal seminars throughout July to help residents navigate the appeal process.
Rep. Hernandez Promotes Maternal Health Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is working to ensure pregnant women have access to mental and physical health care services during and after their pregnancies.
Stuart Hosts Opioid Round Table with Local Mayors and Public Safety Officials
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To facilitate an open conversation between local elected officials and law enforcement, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, hosted an opioid round table with Madison County Coroner Steve Nonn, First Assistant State’s Attorney Crystal Uhe, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D- Godfrey, and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D- Glen Carbon. The meeting was held at the Public Safety Building in Edwardsville.
Rep. Flowers’s Bills to Address Health Care, Maternal and Infant Mortality Crisis Head to Governor
CHICAGO – A series of initiatives championed by state Representative Mary Flowers, D-Chicago, to improve the state’s health care system and begin the process of addressing the growing maternal and infant mortality crisis, were approved by the Illinois General Assembly.