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Harper Works to Build a Stronger Illinois Through Measures for a Fair Tax System, Lower Health Care Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the adjournment of the Illinois House on Friday, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting her agenda to build a stronger middle class in Illinois.
Meyers-Martin Working to Build A Stronger Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, D-Olympia Fields, released the following statement regarding the end of the Illinois General Assembly’s regularly scheduled spring session:
Moeller Champions Lower Taxes on Middle Class, Secures Abortion Rights and Equal Pay, Supports Affordable Health Care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, took steps towards building a stronger Illinois through her work passing the Fair Tax amendment, which relieved the tax burden on the middle-class; fighting for reproductive health and equal pay legislation to preserve women’s rights across the state; and pushing for more accessible and affordable health care.
Gordon-Booth Champions Economic Opportunity and Historic Criminal Justice Reforms in 2019 Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois House Deputy Majority Leader and lead negotiator of cannabis legalization, state Rep. Jehan-Gordon Booth, D-Peoria, issued the following statement after the end of the legislative session:
Kifowit Leads on Veterans’ Issues, Child Protection and Good Government Reforms During Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, backed a series of reforms to protect Illinois’ most vulnerable populations, including homeless and ailing Veterans and children under care of the Department of Children and Family Services during the Illinois General Assembly’s spring legislative session. As a member of the House Revenue Committee, Kifowit also worked to control government spending through enhanced transparency, and supported a balanced budget that pays down over $1.4 Billion in unpaid bills.
Andrade Fights for Working Families, Safer Communities, and Funding for Critical Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Following adjournment of the spring legislative session, State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, fought for key reforms to raise wages for working families, hold the wealthy accountable and pass a balanced budget that funds vital services.
Mah Fights to Build a Stronger, More Inclusive Illinois During Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Throughout the spring legislative session, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, worked to strengthen the middle class by providing tax relief to working families, expanding training programs for high-wage, 21st Century jobs and securing access to affordable health care – all while affirming that Illinois is welcome to all, regardless of what Donald Trump and politicians in Washington say.
West Backs Budget that Prioritizes Critical Services, Highlights Work to Better Lives of Rockford Residents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the spring legislative session concluded, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, backed a responsible state spending plan that funds critical services like education, senior resources and health care, and highlighted his continuing effort in Springfield to address concerns facing Rockford families.
Rep. Evans Delivers in Springfield
This legislative session, state Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, fought for a Fair Tax, new jobs in our community and reforms to an outdated criminal justice system.
Smith Prioritizes Working Families, Education During Spring Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Throughout the spring legislative session, state Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, worked hard to help middle-class families throughout Illinois by increasing the minimum wage and supporting a Fair Tax to make the wealthy pay their fair share. Smith also championed accessibility and affordability for education at all levels, as well as holding elected officials accountable on decisions regarding education.
State. Rep Hernandez Fights for Affordable Health Care, Fair Taxes, High-Wage Jobs during First Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, took critical steps toward building a stronger Illinois this session by advocating for good-paying jobs, affordable health care and tax relief for the middle class while passing a responsible, balanced budget.
Didech Fights for Tax Relief; Secures Gun Safety Reform; Stands for Women’s Rights in First Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to building a stronger Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, worked to move our state toward a fairer tax system by holding the line on middle-class taxes, as well as to empower taxpayers to reduce the size of government and lower property taxes. He also championed major legislation to modernize background checks and enacted reforms to crack down on workplace harassment and protect access to reproductive health care.
Lilly Highlights Progressive Record Following Spring Session Adjournment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, advanced significant progressive reforms during the spring legislative session, fighting for fair taxes on the middle class, higher wages for working families, and affordable health care for Illinois families.
State Rep. Walker Backs Balanced Budget, Highlights Work to Build a Stronger Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to putting Illinois back on track after years of crisis, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, concluded this year’s spring legislative session Friday by backing a responsible, balanced budget that holds the line on middle class taxes while investing in education, health care, career training and critical services that families depend on.
Davis Works to Build a Stronger Middle Class, Highlights Work Done this Session in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the spring legislative session concluded Friday, state Rep. Will Davis, D-Homewood, helped pass a balanced budget that prioritizes investment in education, health care and critical services, while highlighting his work to put Illinois back on track.
Ammons Highlights Progressive Reforms Following Adjournment of Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting her efforts to build a stronger Illinois and a stronger middle class by supporting policies that lower taxes, stabilize state finances, offer better paying jobs and keeping health care affordable during the spring legislative session.
Slaughter Backs Fair Tax, Expanded Access to Health Care and Criminal Justice Reform in Legislative Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Throughout the 2019 Legislative Session, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, advocated for middle-class families by supporting a Fair Tax, protected access to health care, backed commonsense gun safety legislation and fought for criminal justice reforms.
Crespo Fights for Tax Relief, Safer Schools, Health Care for Seniors, Women’s Rights this Session
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, worked to provide much-needed stability and tax relief to middle-class families and seniors, and championed reforms to improve school safety, crack down on workplace harassment and ensure equal pay for equal work during the spring legislative session.