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Gong-Gershowitz Fights for Equity, the Environment, Balanced Budget and to Protect the Middle Class
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With session ending for the summer, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, spent this past spring working on a number of measures to protect reproductive rights, hold corporations accountable for pollution, protect immigrants from discrimination and pass a balanced, responsible budget that protects the middle class while funding critical services and education.
Manley Highlights Efforts to Protect Middle Class Families as Legislative Session Adjourns
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the legislative session for the 101st General Assembly comes to a close, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, reflects on legislation passed by the General Assembly to help people in her district.
Mussman Works to Build Stronger Illinois, Stronger Middle Class
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, took steps to build a stronger Illinois by building a stronger middle class this legislative session, passing a fiscally responsible budget and fighting for fair taxes for middle-class families, more job opportunities and workplace equity, and more affordable health care.
Mason Hosts Fair Tax Informational Session
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, held a Fair Tax Informational Session at the Warren-Newport Public Library on Thursday. The Fair Tax Informational Session was hosted in coordination with Northwest Lake County League of Women Voters, and featured Ralph Martire, a representative from the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, a bipartisan think-tank that promotes fiscal responsibility.
Hernandez: We Are Building an Illinois that Works for Everyone
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, used the spring legislative session to begin building an Illinois that works for everyone by ensuring working families earn a living wage, expanding access to state financial aid for minority and marginalized young people, and supporting the Fair Tax, which provides tax relief to 99.8% of families in her community and requiring the wealthy to pay their fair share.
Harper Works to Build a Stronger Illinois Through Measures for a Fair Tax System, Lower Health Care Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the adjournment of the Illinois House on Friday, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting her agenda to build a stronger middle class in Illinois.
Meyers-Martin Working to Build A Stronger Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, D-Olympia Fields, released the following statement regarding the end of the Illinois General Assembly’s regularly scheduled spring session:
Moeller Champions Lower Taxes on Middle Class, Secures Abortion Rights and Equal Pay, Supports Affordable Health Care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, took steps towards building a stronger Illinois through her work passing the Fair Tax amendment, which relieved the tax burden on the middle-class; fighting for reproductive health and equal pay legislation to preserve women’s rights across the state; and pushing for more accessible and affordable health care.
Gordon-Booth Champions Economic Opportunity and Historic Criminal Justice Reforms in 2019 Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois House Deputy Majority Leader and lead negotiator of cannabis legalization, state Rep. Jehan-Gordon Booth, D-Peoria, issued the following statement after the end of the legislative session:
Kifowit Leads on Veterans’ Issues, Child Protection and Good Government Reforms During Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, backed a series of reforms to protect Illinois’ most vulnerable populations, including homeless and ailing Veterans and children under care of the Department of Children and Family Services during the Illinois General Assembly’s spring legislative session. As a member of the House Revenue Committee, Kifowit also worked to control government spending through enhanced transparency, and supported a balanced budget that pays down over $1.4 Billion in unpaid bills.
Andrade Fights for Working Families, Safer Communities, and Funding for Critical Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Following adjournment of the spring legislative session, State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, fought for key reforms to raise wages for working families, hold the wealthy accountable and pass a balanced budget that funds vital services.
Mah Fights to Build a Stronger, More Inclusive Illinois During Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Throughout the spring legislative session, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, worked to strengthen the middle class by providing tax relief to working families, expanding training programs for high-wage, 21st Century jobs and securing access to affordable health care – all while affirming that Illinois is welcome to all, regardless of what Donald Trump and politicians in Washington say.
West Backs Budget that Prioritizes Critical Services, Highlights Work to Better Lives of Rockford Residents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the spring legislative session concluded, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, backed a responsible state spending plan that funds critical services like education, senior resources and health care, and highlighted his continuing effort in Springfield to address concerns facing Rockford families.
Rep. Evans Delivers in Springfield
This legislative session, state Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, fought for a Fair Tax, new jobs in our community and reforms to an outdated criminal justice system.
Smith Prioritizes Working Families, Education During Spring Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Throughout the spring legislative session, state Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, worked hard to help middle-class families throughout Illinois by increasing the minimum wage and supporting a Fair Tax to make the wealthy pay their fair share. Smith also championed accessibility and affordability for education at all levels, as well as holding elected officials accountable on decisions regarding education.
State. Rep Hernandez Fights for Affordable Health Care, Fair Taxes, High-Wage Jobs during First Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, took critical steps toward building a stronger Illinois this session by advocating for good-paying jobs, affordable health care and tax relief for the middle class while passing a responsible, balanced budget.
Didech Fights for Tax Relief; Secures Gun Safety Reform; Stands for Women’s Rights in First Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to building a stronger Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, worked to move our state toward a fairer tax system by holding the line on middle-class taxes, as well as to empower taxpayers to reduce the size of government and lower property taxes. He also championed major legislation to modernize background checks and enacted reforms to crack down on workplace harassment and protect access to reproductive health care.
Lilly Highlights Progressive Record Following Spring Session Adjournment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, advanced significant progressive reforms during the spring legislative session, fighting for fair taxes on the middle class, higher wages for working families, and affordable health care for Illinois families.