Latest Updates:
Rep. Hernandez Joins Edgar Fellows
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently participated in the 8th annual Edgar Fellows program, led by former Governor Jim Edgar and the University of Illinois Institute of Government and Public Affairs, to discuss effectively working across the aisle to find solutions to the state’s problems.
Mussman-Backed Measure to Ensure Equal Pay Now Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, to help secure equal pay for women and people of color was recently signed into law by the governor.
Yednock Measure to Include Labor Movement History in Firefighter Training Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, passed a new law that updates current firefighter training policy to cover the history and impact of the labor movement. Yednock worked with the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois to pass this legislation.
LaPointe Highlights New Sexual Assault Tracking System
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting a significant new Illinois law that will empower survivors, law enforcement and health care facilities and improve the system to track evidence from sexual assaults.
Ortiz Effort to Encourage Diversity of Student-Trustees at University of Illinois System Signed into Law
CHICAGO – Undocumented students at the University of Illinois will have a voice in their university’s decisions under legislation passed by state Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, expanding student body representation among the university board of trustees which is now law.
Lilly Urges Governor to Sign Measure to Help At-Risk Students with Anger Management Concerns
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is urging Gov. J.B. Pritzker to enact a measure to assist at-risk students with anger management concerns.
Jones Applauds Passage of Critical Property Tax Relief Measures, Highlights Other Relief Efforts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is applauding the enactment of vital property tax relief efforts to help homeowners save money and a new task force to offer solutions to lower taxes.
Hoffman, Greenwood Measure to Expand Opportunities for Military Spouses Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Military spouses will have easier access to professional licensure for employment under a new law passed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Rep. LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis.
Governor Signs Stuart-Backed Measure to Expand Access to Medical Care for Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure that survivors of sexual assault receive necessary medical attention as soon as possible, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported legislation to expand access to sexual assault care.
Slaughter to Host Property Tax Appeal Seminar with Cook County Board of Review
CHICAGO – To help local residents save money and lower their property tax bills, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Larry R. Rogers, Jr. to host a free property tax appeal seminar.
Stava-Murray to Serve on Property Tax Relief Task Force
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Naperville, will work to provide critical property tax relief for suburban homeowners as a member of the state’s newly created Property Tax Relief Tax Force, which will push for reforms to provide both long-term and immediate relief.
Andrade to Host Property Tax Appeals Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is working with Ald. Jim Gardiner, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen and Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi to host a Property Tax Appeals and Exemptions Workshop for local residents.
Didech Drainage District Consolidation Measure Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure passed by state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, to save taxpayers money and make government more efficient by consolidating unnecessary layers of government was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker late last week.
Kifowit Joins Castro and Invites Kane County Veterans to Town Hall Meeting in Elburn
AURORA, Ill. – Reiterating her support for local Veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is being joined by State Senator Christina Castro, and is inviting Veterans from Kane County to a Veteran Town Hall meeting next Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Elburn American Legion Post 630, located at 112 N. Main St. from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Ford Introduces Bill to Curb Abusive Local Government Collection Tactics
CHICAGO – In response to recent activity by local governments trying to collect decades-old parking tickets and other fine through collections agencies, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure to limit collection referrals to within seven years of an alleged violation.
Walker-Supported Bill Creating Study to Expand Apprenticeships Now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is now tasked with studying how best to expand apprenticeship programs throughout the state after Senate Bill 2024, spearheaded by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, was recently signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Slaughter-Backed Measure to Deny Inheritances to Elder Abusers Becomes Law
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to prevent those convicted of elder abuse from inheriting any property or wealth from their victim was signed into law last week.
Family-Wellness Advocates to Honor Crespo for Work on Behalf of Children and Education
CHICAGO – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is being honored by the Legal Council for Health Justice for his work enduring advocacy to ensure every child has access to educational services.