Latest Updates:
Kelly Spreads Awareness of Energy Assistance Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is reminding modest-income families and older adults facing rising utility bills of the state’s home energy assistance program, and encouraging residents to apply for relief beginning October 1.
Ammons Celebrates Local Grant Expanding Pedestrian Path to University
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Working to improve campus accessibility for college students and local residents, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting more than $1.6 million in funding for the city of Urbana to expand its local pedestrian network, fully connecting the city to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Canty Held Community Town Hall to Hear from Residents, was Joined by Special Guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, was joined by special guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch at a community town hall to give local residents an opportunity to discuss the issues that matter to them with state leaders.
DuBuclet Invites Local Leaders and Residents to Museum Tour
CHICAGO – In an effort to recognize and celebrate the importance of museums in Chicago’s art ecosystem and ensure they continue to function amid federal cuts, state Rep. Kim DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is inviting those interested in learning more to attend her upcoming museum tour.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Announces IDOT Grants to East Moline for Downtown Rebuild, Moline for Streetscaping
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, announced that the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) just released a $1.9 million grant to East Moline to fund their Greater Downtown Revitalization project and a $1 million grant to Moline for their River Drive Streetscaping project.
Hirschauer Responds to ICE Presence in West Chicago
That’s what I tell people who pass through our community of West Chicago on Route 59 or Route 38 on their way to other places. Take a detour, and explore our historic community that was built up and around the railroads, and by immigrants from all over the globe. Wander through our downtown, grab a strong coffee from our local coffee shop, enjoy homemade gorditas and deliciously soft concha.
Rep. Katie Stuart to Welcome House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch for Tour of SIUE
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart will welcome House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch to the Metro East, for a tour of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) on Wednesday, October 1. Stuart and Welch will hold a media availability at the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC) on the SIUE campus, 400 University Park Drive in Edwardsville, at 3:00 p.m.
Canty Announces Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to Promote Comprehensive and Equitable Maternal Health Options
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, announced the recent release of the Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint—a result of the Illinois Birth Equity Initiative she helped pass last year—which creates a long-term roadmap for improving birth outcomes for all Illinois mothers.
Canty Urges Following IDPH Guidance Amidst Federal Uncertainty
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is urging Illinoisans to use Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidance this fall, despite shifting federal positions, which remain confused and chaotic.
Grasse Encourages Residents to Share their Thoughts at Arlington Heights Town Hall Meeting
Arlington Heights, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to share their thoughts at a town hall meeting with state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, and special guest Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch. Residents will be able to share their thoughts on the issues that matter most to them, including Illinois’ plans to fill the gaps left by the Trump Administration, healthcare access, public transit reform, and other key issues.
Davis Files Measure to Allow Local Leaders to Offset Costs of Security Amidst Rise in Violent Threats
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is introducing new reforms to ensure political violence and threats against elected leaders doesn’t prevent good people from seeking office by allowing candidates for office to use campaign funds to offset security costs at their homes and offices.
Stuart and Hoffman Highlight Upcoming Madison County Historical Society Event and State Support for New Exhibits
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, and Madison County Historical Society members Thursday to highlight a $700,000 state grant that will support the organization’s newly imagined Madison County History Museum and new exhibit designs.
Briel Joins WLPO Morning Show Discussion on Autism, Other Health Topics
OTTAWA, Ill. – As the only open neurodivergent member of the General Assembly, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, sat down Wednesday with 103.9 WLPO Morning Show’s Rod & Tom to discuss being autistic and what it’s like to be on the spectrum, along with a series of other healthcare topics.
Crawford Congratulates Leo High School Choir on ‘America’s Got Talent’ Efforts, Plans to Welcome them to Springfield during the Fall Veto Session
CHICAGO – State Representative Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, celebrated the hard work and top 5 placement of Auburn Gresham’s very own Leo High School Choir on the most recent season of ‘America’s Got Talent’ and hopes to welcome the team to Springfield during the Fall Veto Session and honor them on the House Floor.
DuBuclet Voices Support for Museum of Science and Industry Workers
CHICAGO – In response to a Tuesday morning announcement that union workers at the Museum of Science and Industry workers had voted to authorize a strike, state Rep. Kim DuBuclet, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
Morris Celebrates Key Library and Literacy Grants Coming to Her District
CHICAGO – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is proud to announce over $500,000 in grant funding secured for organizations in her district that will expand life-changing services, ultimately restoring hope, building confidence, and helping communities thrive.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Urges Following IDPH Guidance Amidst Federal Uncertainty
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is urging Illinoisans to use Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidance this fall, despite shifting federal positions, which remain confused and chaotic.
Buckner Introduces Measure to Track Recidivism Data, Address IDOC Oversite
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is continuing his efforts to build a more accountable and effective criminal justice system with the Illinois Correctional Data and Transparency Act. For years, the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has not consistently reported basic recidivism outcomes because fragmented, outdated IT systems do not link prison, parole and program data—leaving policymakers and the public without a clear picture of what works. Buckner’s measure requires IDOC to modernize those systems and to publish an annual, comprehensive and publicly accessible recidivism report with disaggregated data.