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Yednock Assists Local Veterans During Council Meeting
MARSEILLES, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, hosted his first meeting of his Veterans Advisory Council meeting at the Marseilles American Legion to help local veterans understand their benefits and rights in Illinois.
Lilly Urges Consumers to Check for Benefits During Life Insurance Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to check for unclaimed life insurance benefits in the remaining days of Life Insurance Awareness Month this September.
Mason Calls for Complete Ban of Ethylene Oxide Emissions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new piece of legislation sponsored by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is calling for the complete ban of ethylene oxide emissions near highly populated areas, schools and daycares by the year 2021.
Hernandez Supports Measure to Require Coverage for Lifesaving EpiPens
AURORA, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to require insurance companies to cover epinephrine injection devices for children was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Flowers Calls Hearing to Pinpoint Causes of Lead-Contaminated Water
CHICAGO – With the rise of lead contamination found in drinking water throughout Chicago putting children and families at risk, state Rep. Mary Flowers, D-Chicago, is calling a hearing on Tuesday, Sept. 24 in Chicago to determine the causes and take steps to prevent additional contamination.
Deputy Majority Leader Gordon-Booth Negotiates $20 Million Illinois Workforce Equity Initiative
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, launched the Workforce Equity Initiative, a statewide project that she negotiated to improve workforce inclusivity and wages for populations underrepresented in skills gap jobs as well as career and technical education programs.
Walker Hosts Crawford County Farm Bureau through “Adopt-A-Legislator” Program
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Thanks to the Illinois Farm Bureau’s “Adopt-A-Legislator” program, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted members of the Crawford County Farm Bureau at the Arlington International Racecourse for a day of relationship-building, discussion and celebration of the importance of Illinois agriculture.
Walker Invites Residents to “Coffee with Mark” Event in Mount Prospect
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Continuing his outreach efforts, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to join him for coffee and conversation on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St.
Andrade, Martinez to Host Shred Day and Prescription Take Back Event
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is partnering with state Sen. Iris Y. Martinez to host a free community shred day and prescription take back event on September 28th at Roosevelt High School, starting at 9 a.m.
Welch, Maywood Park District Invite Residents to Park Ribbon Cutting
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, and the Maywood Park District are inviting residents to the ribbon cutting of a brand-new park located at 1015 S. 10th Ave. in Maywood on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 11 a.m.
Hernandez Stands in Solidarity with National Nurses United Strike
CHICAGO – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, released the following statement in solidarity with the University of Chicago Medical Center nurses on strike this Friday:
Hernandez Invites Local Families to College Financial Aid Events
CICERO, Ill. – With the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application officially opening on Tuesday, Oct. 1, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is hosting a Financial Aid Seminar and Workshop event for local students and their families.
Slaughter Invites Residents to Job Readiness and Résumé Writing Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Chicago State University and Washington Heights Workforce Center to host a free job readiness and résumé writing workshop.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation to Expand Victim Address Confidentiality Now Law
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to expand protections for victims of sexual assault and stalking was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Stuart to Hold Higher Education Advisory Committee
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To keep constituents informed about changes to higher education in Illinois, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host her next Higher Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library, located at 112 S. Kansas St.
Mason Delivers Food to Volunteers Working to Prevent Additional Flood Damage
GURNEE, Ill. – Following a week of heavy rain, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, brought pizza and snacks to 150 residents assembling sandbags for flood prevention at Warren Township High School O’Plaine Campus in Gurnee on Saturday.
Hernandez Appointed to Firearm Public Awareness Task Force
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition of her ongoing efforts to combat gun-related deaths in Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was recently appointed to the bipartisan House Firearm Public Awareness Task Force.
Crespo to Help Local Residents Lower their Property Tax Bills with Upcoming Appeal Workshops
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, will help local residents reduce their property tax bills at two property tax appeal workshops in early October with local leaders and the Office of Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi.