Latest Updates:
Hernandez Invites Local Families to Citizenship, DACA Renewal Event
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is working with community-based organizations to host a free Naturalization & DACA Renewal Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Morton West High School, located at 2400 Home Ave. in Berwyn.
Gordon-Booth Highlights Early Detection During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
PEORIA, Ill. – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is highlighting the importance of early detection for breast cancer and a new law that expands mammogram coverage in Illinois.
Crespo Honored with Friend of Nursing Award
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, was recently honored by the Illinois Nurses Association (INA) for his work to prioritize safety and individualize patient care by ensuring hospitals enforce nurse-patient ratios.
Slaughter to Host Women’s Legislative Advisory Committee
CHICAGO. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D- Chicago, is inviting local residents to attend a Women’s Legislative Advisory Committee on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 6 to7:30 p.m. at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th St. in Chicago.
Yednock Tour Adams Farm, Urges Continued Support for Local Farmers
SANDWICH, Ill. – Working to continue his support of Illinois farmers, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, toured the Adams family farm to discuss agriculture issues facing Illinois’ farmers and take note of the family’s adapting to changing technology on their farm.
Yednock Promotes Positive Outlook for Illinois
UTICA, Ill. – On his tour to build a stronger Illinois and middle class, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, attended the Illinois Beverage Association (ILBA) at their 134th annual convention to highlight the new ways the state is partnering with local businesses to help them grow.
Mason Collecting Birthday Party Supply Donations for Children Impacted by Domestic Violence
GURNEE, Ill. – As October marks the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is sponsoring a Birthday Party Supplies Drive in conjunction with her Women’s Advisory Council through Oct. 16. Children’s birthday party supplies can be brought to any of Rep. Mason’s upcoming events, or dropped off at her district office at 36100 Brookside Dr., Suite LL 60 in Gurnee.
Hernandez Hosts Public Safety Discussion to Highlight Gun Violence Prevention, School Safety
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her commitment to listen to the concerns of her constituents, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently held a public safety roundtable discussion alongside Aurora Police Department Commander Keith Cross to talk about issues of safety in the community.
Jones-Backed Legislation Expanding Higher Education Opportunities Now Law
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Students and their families will have easier access to college education under a new law supported by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, establishing the Illinois Higher Education Saving Program.
Stuart Appointed to Advisory Committee for Metropolitan and Regional Planning Commission
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure much-needed local capital infrastructure projects come to fruition, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, was recently appointed to the Legislative Advisory Committee for the Southwestern Illinois Regional Planning Commission.
Mason to Host Seminar on Entrepreneurship
GURNEE, Ill. – Residents are invited to join state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, for a seminar called How to Start a Small Business in Lake County. The seminar is free and open to the public and will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Warren-Newport Public Library located at 224 O’Plaine Road in Gurnee.
Harper Highlights Free Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
CHICAGO – As part of her efforts to draw attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting the availability of free breast cancer screenings for Illinois women.
Crespo Honored as Legislator of the Year for Work on Reforming Managed Medicaid
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, was honored with the 2019 Legislator of the Year Award at Leyden Family Service’s 17th Annual Fundraising Gala for his enduring work to improve the State’s managed Medicaid system.
Andrade Brings Attention to New Chicago City Sticker Debt Relief Program
CHICAGO – October has been designated as the City Sticker Amnesty Month in an effort to create a more equitable Chicago. In order to ensure that residents are aware of this, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is helping spread the word about the newly implemented City Sticker Debt Relief Program.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Invites Residents to Free Community Resource Fair
AURORA, Ill. – To help connect residents with local resources and critical services, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora is hosting a free community resource fair on Saturday, Oct. 19 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center, located at 150 W. Illinois Ave. in Aurora.
Hoffman Measure to Ensure Justice for Sick Workers Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to protect the rights of working families across Illinois, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, recently passed legislation to expand workers’ access to the legal system in cases involving workplace illnesses that occur over extended periods of time.
Lilly Meets with Lt. Gov. Stratton and Mayor Lightfoot at Black Caucus Retreat
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently met with Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Mayor Lori Lightfoot at a retreat for House members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC).
Harper Encourages Residents to Check Eligibility for Heating Assistance
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting the upcoming application period for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps eligible working families pay for utility services. “Even though we’ve just entered fall, Chicagoans...