Latest Updates:
Harper Appointed to Gun Violence Prevention Task Force
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago will advocate for a community-oriented, progressive approach to reducing gun violence as part of the House Firearm Public Awareness Task Force.
LaPointe Applauds New Law Expanding Access to Life-Saving Medical Screenings
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is shining a light on a new law aiming to expand coverage for mammogram exams.
Stuart to Host Wellness on Wheels in Caseyville
CASEYVILLE, Ill. – To promote healthy living and increase awareness for public health, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be collaborating with local service providers to offer a number of free health services to community members. The event will be Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Caseyville Public Library, located at 419 S. 2nd Street.
Crespo Invites Local Families to Property Tax Relief Workshop
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is inviting local families and seniors to receive help reducing their property tax bills at an upcoming Property Tax Appeal
Workshop with Cook County Commissioner Kevin Morrison and other local leaders on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. at the Park Place Recreation Center, located 550 S. Park Blvd in Streamwood.
State Rep. Ford, Firearm Public Awareness Task Force to Hold Hearing on the Effects of Gun Violence
CHICAGO – State Rep. LaShawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, and fellow members of the Firearm Public Awareness Task Force will hold their first meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at noon in the sixth floor committee room of the Michael A. Bilandic Building, located at 160 N. LaSalle...
Ortiz Highlights Access to Free Breast Cancer Screenings for Illinois Women
CHICAGO – Committed to ensuring all women have access to comprehensive health care services, state Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, is highlighting the Breast Cancer and Cervical Cancer Program, which provides uninsured women free screenings and treatment.
Yednock Encourages Local Jobseekers to Apply to IDOT’s Snowbird Program
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is encouraging local jobseekers to apply to the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) snowbird program, a seasonal employment opportunity to perform emergency snow and ice control on area roads in preparation for winter.
Yednock Hosts First in a Series of Free Health Fair Events with OSF Healthcare St. Elizabeth
OTTAWA, Ill. – Working to improve the health and wellbeing of area residents, State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, recently hosted the first of his free Community Health Fairs with OSF Healthcare St. Elizabeth to provide various services and screenings to local residents and families.
Didech Focuses on Women’s Health Care Access During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In connection with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is highlighting legislative efforts to expand access to lifesaving cancer screenings and promoting free screenings through the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
Mason Tours Gurnee Fire Department, Meets with Firefighters
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, visited the Gurnee Fire Department to offer her support and to hear feedback from firefighters at 4580 Old Grand Avenue in Gurnee on Friday.
Mason Hosts Property Tax Relief Seminar
GURNEE, Ill. – Working to ensure that her constituents receive the property tax relief they deserve, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee hosted a Property Tax Relief Seminar at Zion City Hall on Tuesday.
LaPointe Highlights Importance of Affordable Cancer Screenings
CHICAGO – For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is shining a light on the importance of access to breast cancer exams.
Hoffman Appointed to Metropolitan and Regional Planning Commission Advisory Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – For his continuous work to pass a capital infrastructure plan and bring improvements to the Metro East, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was recently appointed to the Legislative Advisory Committee for the Southwestern Illinois Regional Planning Commission.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Invites Residents to Free Shred Event, Donation Drive
AURORA, Ill. – To help residents securely dispose of old documents containing private information, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is co-hosting a free Community Shred Day with KTC Credit Union on Saturday, Oct. 5th from 9 a.m. to noon at the KTC Aurora Branch parking lot, located at 320 E. Indian Trail in Aurora.
DeLuca Calls on Springfield to Immediately Freeze Property Taxes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In light of ongoing meetings of the Property Tax Relief Task Force, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, is calling for the General Assembly to immediately pass a statewide property tax freeze during the upcoming veto session.
Ortiz Highlights Work to Protect Immigrant Families in Response to ICE’s New Deportation Chief
CHICAGO – State Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, is pushing back against the bigoted rhetoric of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) new deportation chief for the Midwest by highlighting how recently enacted state-level protections will help keep Illinois families together and prevent discrimination or intimidation.
Lilly Spotlights New Law to Increase Training in the Building Trades
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is drawing attention to a new law to increase job training in the building trades and help rehabilitate abandoned homes.
Rep. Hernandez Kicks Off Women’s Supply Drive to Benefit Mutual Ground
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is collecting feminine hygiene products to be donated to Mutual Ground, a local crisis intervention center, during the whole month of October.