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Crespo Measure Enhancing School Safety Heads to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – School districts will better protect children from gun violence under legislation passed by state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is now awaiting approval by the governor.
Slaughter Invites Residents for Coffee and Conversation at Lumes Pancake House
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting local residents to join him for a morning of coffee and conversation this Friday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at Lumes Pancake House, located at 11601 S. Western Ave. in Chicago.
Latino Caucus Condemns Trump’s Fear Mongering
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump deliberately terrorizing immigrant parents and their children as a negotiation tactic:
Stuart Measure to Raise Teacher Pay, Address Teacher Shortage Advances to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help address the teacher shortage currently facing Illinois, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently passed legislation to increase the minimum salary for teachers throughout the state.
Didech to Host ‘Donuts with Dan’ in Lincolnshire
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to continue engaging with community members, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, will be hosting a ‘Donuts with Dan’ coffee gathering on Saturday, June 29 at 12:30 p.m. at the Vernon Area Public Library, located at 300 Olde Half Day Rd. in Lincolnshire.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Co-Hosts Immigration Workshop
AURORA, Ill. – In response to recent reports of possible deportation raids, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, and U.S. Rep. Bill Foster, D-Naperville, hosted an immigration workshop and discussion panel to help local residents understand their rights.
Mason’s Ethylene Oxide Legislation Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After months of concerted legislative efforts, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, saw her two landmark ethylene oxide measures signed into law by the governor on Friday.
Jones Backs Legislation Preserving Employee Rights, Salaries
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is combatting worker mistreatment through the creation of a workplace watchdog unit in the Attorney General’s office to promote robust enforcement of laws ensuring fair pay, worker safety and fair hiring practices.
Mussman Backs Legislation to Ease Property Tax Burden on Local Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to alleviate financial stress on local residents, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently supported legislation to lessen the burden of property taxes on homeowners in Illinois.
Mussman Supports Measure to Increase Training for 21st Century Job Market
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help create jobs and boost the economy, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation to provide professional and technical training to young adults entering the workforce through the 21st Century Employment Grant Program.
Mason Focuses on Literacy and Civics with Reading Event for Kids
ANTIOCH, Ill. – Following the end of her first legislative session, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, visited the Antioch Public Library District to host Read with your Rep., an event that featured Mason reading government-centric picture books to children.
Hernandez Backs Measure Recognizing Violence as a Public Health Crisis
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is taking action to address the growing issue of gun violence and crime in Illinois by supporting legislation to declare violence as a public health crisis.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Host Immigration Panel with Congressman Foster
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will host a panel on immigration with Congressman Bill Foster, D-11th District, in the East Aurora High School on Saturday, June 22, from noon to 3 p.m.
Slaughter Passes Measure To Crack Down on Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to combat human trafficking in Illinois recently passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support.
Welch Appointed to School Construction Task Force
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, will explore ways to enhance education statewide and expand vocational education as a member of a new task force aimed at addressing the construction needs of Illinois schools.
Didech Applauds Passage of Jury Equality Bill
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Representative Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is applauding the passage of a bill that outlaws discrimination against LGBTQ individuals during the jury selection process in Illinois.
Yednock Senior Protection Measure Passes General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation passed by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, that will protect seniors from fraudulent scams and door-to-door contracts is making its way to the governor for approval.
State Rep. Walker Hosts Animal Ambassadors at Local Senior Center
DES PLAINES, Ill. – Underscoring the need to help our environment and highlighting the important conservation work of the Brookfield Zoo, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors at the Frisbie Senior Center in Des Plaines.