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Mason Bill Protecting Against Stormwater Pollution Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Thanks to the work of state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, a plan to prevent microplastics from contaminating our water supply is now law.
Crawford Celebrates Official Unveiling of Little Palestine Way
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, joined community leaders, residents and local businesses to celebrate the official unveiling of Little Palestine Way, a new honorary designation recognizing the vibrant Palestinian-American community along Harlem Avenue from 79th Street to 111th Street.
Manley Discusses Early Intervention, Behavioral Health at Birth to Five Legislative Roundtable
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, attended a legislative roundtable hosted by the Illinois chapter of Birth to Five, an organization ensuring equitable access to inclusive, high-quality Early Childhood services for families across the state.
Now Virtual: Hoffman, Citizens Utility Board to Host Free Utility Bill Clinic for Residents July 15
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Residents will be able to join a virtual utility bill clinic and learn tips on how to save on their bills at an online event hosted by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Wednesday, July 15 at noon.
Grasse-backed Artificial Intelligence Safety Standards Signed into Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To address major safety concerns and keep pace with rapidly evolving artificial intelligence (AI) frontier models, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, backed legislation instating new guardrails intended to prevent AI-assisted catastrophic harm, which was signed into law Monday.
Gill-Backed Legislation Provides Breathing Room to Training Pilot Program for Direct Support Professionals
CHICAGO—State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, explained the decision to delay implementation of a pilot to enhance training options for those who want to become direct support professionals for Illinoisans with disabilities.
Crawford Celebrates Blues Kids Week, Highlights Importance of Music Education
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, is recognizing Illinois' rich Blues heritage and celebrating the educators and community leaders who are inspiring the next generation of musicians through music education and cultural preservation.
Vella Announces Free Chicagoland Museum Experience Program
LOVES PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park, is helping local families reduce the cost of enriching summer activities by promoting a free program, Museums in the Park, that provides free admission to visit Illinois museums.
Hoffman Highlights Local R3 Grants Supporting Community Organizations
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting a series of Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Grants that will support local organizations and help uplift communities.
LaPointe Leads Coalition to Secure Funding for Older Adult Shelter on Far Northwest Side in 30th Ward
CHICAGO – In response to the lack of resources and support for neighbors experiencing homelessness on the Far Northwest Side of Chicago, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe (D-Chicago) and colleagues secured $13 million in state capital funding to support the construction and development of a shelter for older adults in Chicago’s 30th Ward.
Manley Offers REALTORS Legislative Update, Speaks to Three Rivers Association
PLAINFIELD, Ill. – In an address to managing broker members of the Three Rivers Association of REALTORS, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, addressed ways to get more people to take root in Illinois.
Kelly-Backed Legislation Consolidates Early Childhood Services Under One Agency
CHICAGO— State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, proudly sponsored legislation that consolidates early childhood services under one agency, the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC), to streamline funding decisions and services that families with children will receive.
Manley Offers REALTORS Legislative Update, Speaks to Three Rivers Association
PLAINFIELD, Ill. – In an address to managing broker members of the Three Rivers Association of REALTORS, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D- Joliet, addressed ways to get more people to take root in Illinois.
LaPointe Leads Coalition to Secure Funding for Older Adult Shelter on Far Northwest Side in 30th Ward
CHICAGO – In response to the lack of resources and support for neighbors experiencing homelessness on the Far Northwest Side of Chicago, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe (D-Chicago) and colleagues secured $13 million in state capital funding to support the construction and development of a shelter for older adults in Chicago’s 30th Ward.
Kelly-Backed Legislation Consolidates Early Childhood Services Under One Agency
CHICAGO— State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, proudly sponsored legislation that consolidates early childhood services under one agency, the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC), to streamline funding decisions and services that families with children will receive.
Hirschauer-Backed Artificial Intelligence Safety Standards Legislation Now Law
A measure creating new guardrails intended to prevent Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted catastrophic harm is now law due to the help of state Rep. Maura Hischauer, D-West Chicago.
Gill Legislation Increasing Access to Medication Recall Information Signed into Law
Working to increase access to information regarding medication recalls, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is highlighting legislation recently signed into law that requires pharmacists to share information on how to sign up for medication recall notifications.
Hernandez Measure Expanding College Tuition Assistance for DREAMers Signed into Law
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, celebrated the signing into law of her measure to streamline the ability of those who send money overseas to opt to donate to the Illinois DREAM Fund, a program to help immigrant students who want to attend Illinois universities.