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Hernandez-Backed Legislation to Abolish For-Profit Detention Centers Awaits Governor’s Signature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – For-profit detention centers used to carry out Donald Trump’s inhumane family separation policy would be banned in Illinois, under legislation passed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, which is now awaiting the governor’s signature to become law.
Lilly Highlights Measure to Help At-Risk Students with Anger Management Issues
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting her measure to assist at-risk students with anger management concerns through the commission of a task force to deliver recommendations on best practices for curriculum needs and funding.
State Rep. Walker Thanks Residents for Joining Town Hall on Fair Tax
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is thanking residents who attended a town hall meeting Wednesday evening to discuss the Fair Tax income tax proposal.
West Backs Efforts to Reduce Property Tax Burden on Families
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Concerned that increasing property taxes are hurting local families, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, recently backed proposals to create a property tax relief fund and a property tax relief task force.
Ortiz Invites Local Residents to Upcoming Town Hall Meetings
CHICAGO – State Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, is hosting a series of town hall meetings in his community starting on Thursday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gage Park Auditorium, located at 2411 W. 55th St. in Chicago, and Friday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Vittum Park, located at 5010 W. 50th St. in Chicago.
Rep. Welch Connects Residents with Job Opportunities at Annual Job Fair
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, continued his efforts to help local job seekers gain employment by hosting his annual job fair last week at the Proviso Math and Science Academy in Forest Park.
Kifowit Announces “Coffee with Kifowit” Dates for July
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to stay accessible to residents of the 84th District, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is announcing her schedule of “Coffee with Kifowit” events throughout the month of July.
Lilly Highlights Work to Support Small Construction Companies
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting her work to support small businesses in Illinois by requiring prompt payments to subcontractors working on construction projects for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).
Lilly Highlights Support of Reproductive Freedom and Women’s Health
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting her support for reproductive freedom and women’s health following the enactment of the Reproductive Health Act (RHA) in Illinois.
Kifowit Announces Staycation Seminar in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is hosting a Staycation Seminar next
Thursday, June 20th at the Aurora Public Library’s Eola Road Branch, located at 555 S. Eola Rd.
in Aurora. The event starts at 6 p.m. and is free to the public.
Gong-Gershowitz Bill to Protect Reproductive Rights Becomes Law
CHICAGO, Ill. –State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, released the following statement after attending the historic signing of the Reproductive Health Act (RHA), which protects women’s right to choose in Illinois:
Yednock Welcomes New Affordable Senior Housing Development to Ladd
OTTAWA, ILL. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, and the Illinois Housing Development Authority have announced the development of a new affordable senior housing complex, planned to be opened in 2020 in the village of Ladd in Bureau County. The project will be located south of Cleveland Street between Chicago and Bureau avenues and should take about one year to build, from start to finish.
Mussman Supported Measure to Protect Access to Women’s Preventative Health Care Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To clarify language under the Affordable Care Act that has been used to block access to diagnostic mammograms for women, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently supported legislation that will ensure women continue to have access to potentially lifesaving cancer screenings.
Andrade-Backed Reproductive Health Act Signed into Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, joined fellow legislators and Governor Pritzker for the signing of the Reproductive Health Act, Senate Bill 25, which enshrines women’s health care as a fundamental right in Illinois, into law. He issued the following statement:
Latino Caucus Reforms to Protect, Lift Up Immigrant Community Await Governor’s Signature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, state Rep. Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, and fellow members of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus worked to advance a series of reforms this spring that will put in place additional state-level protections to combat Donald Trump’s bigoted agenda and ensure Illinois supports and lifts up its immigrant community.
Stuart to Hold Service Fair in Granite City
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To give seniors, veterans, and children a better idea of what services are available to them in the community, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is holding a Service Fair in collaboration with Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Godfrey, and Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D-Glen Carbon. On Thursday, June 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., service providers will set up at the Granite City High School Gymnasium to inform residents of the services they can offer to seniors, veterans and families.
Kam Buckner to Host “Coffee Talk” at Streeterville’s Dollop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is asking residents to join him for a “Coffee Talk” on Saturday, June 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Dollop, located at 345 E. Ohio St. in Streeterville, to provide an update about the progress that has been made in Springfield during the legislative session.
Didech Celebrates Legislation Protecting Women’s Fundamental Rights
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – Following the General Assembly’s passage of the Reproductive Health Act (RHA) last month, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is celebrating Illinois becoming a national leader in protecting a woman’s right to choose.