Latest Updates:
Mussman Backs Ban on Flavored Tobacco Products
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Concerned that children are increasingly being attracted to new forms of flavored tobacco, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, has recently backed a bill that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products in Illinois.
Lilly Highlights New Law That Protects Children from Secondhand Smoke
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, will help protect children from secondhand smoke by prohibiting vehicle occupants from smoking while minors are present.
Yednock Fights for Property Tax Relief through Less Government and Greater School Funding
SPRINGFILED, Ill. – As a member of the newly created Property Tax Relief Task Force, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, will serve on the Government Consolidation and School Funding subcommittees to examine excessive units of local government and fight for greater state investment for local schools.
Stuart to Hold “Coffee with Katie” at Sacred Grounds in Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To remain accessible to constituents, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will hold a “Coffee with Katie” on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. at Sacred Grounds, located at 233 N. Main Street in Edwardsville.
Walker-Sponsored Senior Property Tax Relief Bill Now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Senior citizens will no longer have to reapply annually for their Cook County Senior Homestead Exemption thanks to legislation spearheaded by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights.
Harper Visits Southern Illinois for Agricultural Tour
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, chair of the Illinois House Agriculture & Conservation Committee, recently visited Southern Illinois as part of a multiday agricultural tour.
West to Host Women’s Self-Defense Seminar with Rockford Police Department Sept. 26
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is teaming up with the Rockford Police Department to provide self-defense training for women on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Rockford Police Department’s District 2 station, located at 1410 Broadway in Rockford.
Welch-Backed Teacher Minimum Wage Increase Now Law
HILLSIDE, Ill. – A proposal sponsored by state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, to increase the minimum salary for Illinois teachers was recently signed into law.
Mason Honors Victims of 9/11, Offers Support for Law Enforcement Community
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, delivered welcoming remarks to attendees at the Law Enforcement Expo at Gurnee Mills in Gurnee on Saturday. The event’s opening ceremony paid tribute to the citizens and first responders who lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Andrade and PEAP Clean Up in East Albany Park
CHICAGO – As part of his effort to promote clean neighborhoods, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, joined the People of East Albany Park Block Club (PEAP) this weekend for a community clean up event.
Mussman Hosts Small Business Roundtable to Connect with Business Owners
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, invited local business owners to a roundtable discussion on Wednesday morning to hear their thoughts and feedback on how to make Illinois more business-friendly.
Didech Bill to Fix Unfair Mobile Home Tax Penalty System Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure introduced by state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, to limit the overwhelming delinquency penalties placed on mobile home owners was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Stuart Hosting Economic Development Roundtable in Collinsville
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To bring together community stakeholders and local businesses, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will hold an Economic Development Roundtable on Sept. 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Gateway Center in Collinsville. Stuart is teaming up with state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, the Small Business Development Center at SIUe, and the City of Collinsville to host this event. There will also be a representative from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to give details about upcoming capital projects in the Metro East.
Mussman Listens to Senior Concerns at The Barn, Highlights New Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, held a get-together for the seniors at The Barn Senior Center Monday morning, where she discussed local concerns and highlighted a new law designed to ensure seniors in Cook County receive the property tax savings they deserve.
Walker Hosts Clean Energy Town Hall, Highlights Clean Energy Jobs Act
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is thanking residents who attended a recent town hall on the Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA) and recent legislative efforts to move Illinois toward more sustainable energy use position.
Scherer Offering Job Fair to Help Pair Job Seekers with Employers
DECATUR, Ill. – To help connect local job seekers to new career opportunities, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is partnering with Workforce Investment Solutions to offer a free community job fair on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 520 E North St. in Decatur.
Mason Delivers Remarks at Annual Suicide Prevention Walk
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason – D, Gurnee, welcomed residents to Hastings Lake Forest Preserve for the Seventh Annual Walk for Awareness and Suicide Prevention in Lake Villa on Saturday.
Andrade Legislation Streamlining Senior Property Tax Exemption Now Law
CHICAGO – Thanks to a new law supported by state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, homeowners who qualify for the senior homestead property tax exemption will no longer need to annually reapply to keep the exemption.