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Harper Highlights Expansion of Affordable Child Care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – More families in Illinois will qualify for child care assistance under an expansion of the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) being highlighted by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago.
Gardiner, Andrade Hosting Community Health Expo
CHICAGO – In an effort to promote community health, 45th Ward Ald..Jim Gardiner and state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, are partnering to host a flu shot clinic and community healthcare expo at the Jefferson Park Fieldhouse, located at 4822 N. Long Ave., on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Didech Highlights Efforts to Crack Down on Toxic Pollutant Emitters
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his continued effort to crack down on companies that release toxic chemicals into our air, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is backing legislation that would ultimately ban the use of Ethylene Oxide (EtO) in densely populated regions like Lake County.
Yednock Promotes New Video Campaign to Market Illinois Opioid Helpline
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is promoting a statewide video campaign by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), which will bring awareness to their new Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances.
Yednock Hosts Job Fair with Illinois Valley Community College
OGLESBY, Ill. – Fighting to build a stronger Illinois and middle class, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, invited employers and job seekers to the Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) for a job fair hosted by his office.
Gordon-Booth Highlights Winter Heating Assistance Program
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is highlighting the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a winter heating assistance program that helps families pay for utility services.
Harper Attends 2019 Denver Marijuana Management Symposium
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently attended the 2019 Denver Marijuana Management Symposium (MMS), a summit for law enforcement, public sector officials and regulators that addresses challenges and presents solutions to implement adult-use recreational cannabis laws.
Mason Assembles Birthday Kits for Children Impacted by Domestic Violence
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, and her Women’s Advisory Council recently assembled “Birthday in a Bag” kits to be distributed to local domestic violence shelters as a way to help children celebrate their birthdays while recovering from dangerous situations.
Didech Highlights Local Collection Sites for Expired, Unused Medications
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In Recognition of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, Oct. 26, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is encouraging local residents to drop off expired, unwanted or unused prescription medications at local collection sites.
Hernandez Convenes Veterans’ Issues Panel in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a veterans’ issues panel alongside state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Aurora, on Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Gillerson’s Grubbery, located at 33 W. New York St. in Aurora.
Lilly Draws Attention to Resources for Victims During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
CHICAGO – In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly is highlighting resources for victims of domestic violence.
LaPointe Stops By Local Gladstone Park Fall Fest
CHICAGO – Recently, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, attended the annual Gladstone Park Fall Fest to meet and greet local neighbors one-on-one and to judge the costume contest.
LaPointe Meets with Violence Prevention Advocates
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, stopped by Lurie Children’s Hospital recently to meet with Rebecca Levin, Executive Director of Strengthening Chicago’s Youth and Katie Danko, Policy Manager and Government Relations for the hospital to discuss strategies for building safer and stronger communities.
Slaughter to Host Health Care Legislative Advisory Committee
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting local residents to attend a Health Care Legislative Advisory Committee on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th Street in Chicago.
Lilly Highlights Local Services for Oak Park Township Day
OAK PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently took part in Township Day hosted by Oak Park Township in order to highlight the vital services townships provide for Illinoisans.
Stuart to Hold Satellite Office Hours at Granite City-City Hall
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To remain accessible to constituents, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will hold Satellite Office Hours on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Granite City – City Hall, located at 2000 Edison Ave. in Granite City.
Gordon-Booth Highlights Local Projects in New Transportation Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is highlighting local projects critical to improving and rebuilding transportation infrastructure in Peoria that are part of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) new Multi-Year Program (MYP) and the Rebuild Illinois infrastructure program.
LaPointe Tours Local Smyser Elementary
CHICAGO – Recently, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, toured Smyser Elementary School to meet students and speak with the faculty and administration to discuss the needs of local schools.