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Morris Concludes Legislative Session Focused on Closing Gaps in Health Care Access and Worker Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the conclusion of the spring legislative session, state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is proud to spotlight a comprehensive suite of measures she supported this year, aimed at enhancing protections for homeowners, improving educational access, creating jobs, supporting business owners, accessing equitable healthcare, improving violence prevention initiatives and mitigating pollution across Illinois.
Hanson Ends Legislative Session with Balanced Budget, Lowered Costs, Important Reforms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, wraps up this year’s spring legislative session by passing landmark legislation that moves Illinois forward and a responsible, balanced budget, without any extreme cuts or tax impositions on working families.
Grasse Ends Session Fighting for a Lower Cost of Living, Affordable Healthcare, Fiscally Responsible Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, finished the spring legislative session with the passage of a fiscally responsible budget, new laws cutting the cost of living and a range of affordable healthcare expansions.
Chung Passes Comprehensive, Compassionate Budget and Sends Several Bills to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Working to make life easier and lower everyday costs for Illinois families, state Rep. Sharon Chung, Bloomington, helped pass another fiscally smart budget, creating no new taxes on working families and no severe service cuts, while advancing her own legislation.
Morris Advances Budget Centered on Stability, Care, and Economic Relief for Vulnerable Illinois Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, supported a state budget this spring that prioritizes targeted investments in housing stability, health care access, violence prevention, and youth services while maintaining fiscal responsibility and avoiding new taxes on Illinois residents.
DeLaRosa Passes Smart, Compassionate State Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, ends this year’s spring legislative session by passing a comprehensive state budget for Fiscal Year 2027 that meets the needs of Illinoisans, without any extreme funding cuts or tax impositions on Illinois residents.
Ryan Reflects on Session Work to Address Affordability Crisis and Expand Community Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—As spring session adjourns in Springfield, state Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, reflects on his efforts to address the affordability crisis in Illinois and support families and communities with programs for public safety, healthcare, and education.
Davis-Backed Bill to Strengthen Hemp Oversight and Protect Illinois Consumers Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, advanced legislation to the governor’s desk that strengthens statewide oversight of hemp products, improves consumer safety, and supports equity in Illinois’ growing cannabis and hemp industries.
Morris Bill to Improve Protections for Rideshare and App-Based Drivers Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, has successfully moved legislation to the governor’s desk aimed at strengthening protections for rideshare and app-based transportation workers.
Faver Dias Legislation Offering Protections Against Equity Looting for Disability Care Providers Heads to Governor’s Desk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Wanting to provide protections for individuals with disabilities against financial mismanagement, state Rep. Laura Faver Dias led passage of legislation establishing guardrails for private equity firms operating in the disability care sector.
Harper Wins Adoption of Resolutions Supporting Maternal Health Equity and Safer Communitie
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, won adoption of two resolutions in the House recognizing Black Maternal Health Week and Gun Violence Awareness Day, highlighting the need to address critical public health challenges impacting vulnerable communities across Illinois.
Avelar-backed Legislation Creating Price Transparency for Hearing Care Costs Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Protecting consumers from unfair costs for hearing care, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, passed legislation that creates a regulatory framework for hearing care organizations that operate in Illinois.
Harper Advances Resolution Calling for Safer, More Transparent Airline Seating Standards
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, advanced a resolution in the House calling for improved passenger seating standards and greater transparency in airline practices to better reflect the needs of modern travelers.
Avelar Bill Assisting Investigators in Missing Persons Cases Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is helping law enforcement close cases and keep communities safe by ensuring that vital identifying information of a missing person is promptly shared across police agencies.
Harper Adopts Resolutions Strengthening Urban-Rural Partnerships and Honoring Black Farmers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, won adoption of two resolutions in the House that strengthen connections between urban and rural communities and recognize the important contributions of Black farmers across the state.
Hanson Passes Bill Expanding Law Enforcement Discretion in Juvenile Domestic Situations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, introduced, supported and passed legislation that expands options for law enforcement when faced with juveniles accused of domestic abuse, battery or exploitation.
Rashid Bill Targeting Forever Chemicals in Illinois Water Passes General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Today, the Illinois General Assembly based legislation from Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) that would create the PFAS Wastewater Citizen Protection Committee to protect Illinois’ water from dangerous long-lasting chemicals.
Davis Awarded Fellowship to Attend Acclaimed Midwestern Leadership Institute
LOMBARD, Ill. – State Representative Lisa Davis was among 39 select lawmakers chosen to participate in a training program that annually identifies and assists promising state leaders in the Midwest.