Latest Updates:
Stuart Tours Goshen Coffee Company Facility in Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, visited and toured the facilities at Goshen Coffee Company in Edwardsville. It was an opportunity to discuss the challenges and rewards of owning a small business and to understand their role within the local community.
Hoffman Measure to Protect Workers Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure passed by State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, that would hold employers that avoid workers’ compensation responsibilities accountable was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Harper’s Anti-Hunger Bill Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to expand options for people experiencing food insecurity spearheaded by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently became law in Illinois.
Stuart Calls for New Study on Southern Illinois University Funding
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, issued the following statement after reviewing the latest report on funding for the Southern Illinois University System:
Lilly Praises Law to Reduce Maternal Mortality among Black Women
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, hailed the enactment of a law to reduce maternal mortality among African American women.
Mussman Advocates for Caution During July Heat Wave
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the temperatures continue to rise, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is reminding residents to exercise caution in their efforts to stay cool.
Welch Lends Hand to Local Families and Students with 7th Annual Back to School Health Fair
HILLSIDE, Ill. – To help prepare local families for the upcoming school year, state Rep. Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch, D-Hillside, is partnering with local organizations to offer a free Back to School Health Fair.
Walker Applauds Signing of Property Tax Relief Fund Law, Encourages More Action on Property Taxes
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, to establish a Property Tax Relief Fund as part of a larger effort to lower property taxes was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
State Rep. Walker Applauds Signing of Legislation Protecting Sexual Assault Survivors
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Recognizing the difficulties often associated with seeking medical attention after a sexual assault, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is applauding Gov. J.B. Pritzker for recently signing into law legislation increasing protections for assault survivors seeking care or rape kits regardless if they have an outstanding warrant.
Mason Measure to Provide Tax Relief for Homeowners Signed by Pritzker
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to provide property tax relief for Illinois homeowners was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week.
Slaughter to Host Free Utility Bill Clinic in Chicago
CHICAGO – To help local residents save money and avoid unnecessary charges on their monthly bills, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to host a free utility bill clinic.
Slaughter Invites Residents for a Morning of Coffee and Conversation at Bootsma Bookstore Café
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting residents to join him for a morning of coffee and conversation this Friday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bootsma Bookstore Café, located at 6513 W. 123rd St. in Palos Heights.
State Reps. Willis, Lilly Partner with Sen. Harmon for End of Session District Tour
OAK PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Kathy Willis, D-Northlake, state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, and state Sen. Don Harmon, D-Oak Park, held another town hall in a series of events to update constituents on the new laws that will impact the community and state.
Didech Property Tax Relief Legislation Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation championed by state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, which will create a mechanism to lower the property tax burden on middle-class families by providing them yearly cost-saving rebates, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Hernandez Backs Measure to Raise Minimum Salaries for Teachers
AURORA, Ill. – As an effort to address the teacher shortage occurring throughout Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported legislation that will raise the required minimum salary for incoming teachers to $40,000.
Rep. Didech Asks for Cellphone Donations to Support Troops
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – To help deployed service members call home, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is asking residents for donations of old or unused cell phones. Donations will go to Cell Phones for Soldiers, an organization that lets active duty military
personnel call home with no charge.
Jones Cracks Down on Human Trafficking, Boosts Law Enforcement Training Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, made progress battling human trafficking by passing legislation boosting training programs for law enforcement and hotel workers to identify the crime and implementing tougher penalties on businesses profiting from it.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Convenes Citizen Advisory Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently met community members participating in her newly formed citizen advisory committees to discuss major issues facing the state, including our developing education system, the labor rights agenda and veterans wellness.