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Hernandez Invites Local Residents to Discuss State, Local Issues Over Coffee
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is inviting local residents to share their thoughts on building a stronger Illinois for working families over a cup of coffee at her ‘Cafecito con Lisa’ events this month in Berwyn.
Smith Legislation to Address Teacher Shortage Becomes Law
CHICAGO, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to address the teacher shortage in Illinois, state Rep. Nick Smith, D-Chicago, sponsored an initiative to allow school districts to pay their student teachers and create early education endorsements to help individuals satisfy the state’s student teaching requirement.
Walsh Appointed to Serve on Route 66 Centennial Commission
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Lawrence “Larry” Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, has been appointed to serve on the Route 66 Centennial Commission, which will help organize official events celebrating the historic highway’s 100th anniversary.
Mason’s Measure Protecting Seniors Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is pleased to announce the enactment of her legislation extending protections for seniors who sign construction contracts with predatory door-to-door salesmen.
Lilly Town Hall Highlights the Arts in Illinois
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently highlighted opportunities in the arts at a town hall meeting.
Walker-Supported Bill Requiring Coverage for EpiPens now Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Insurance companies in Illinois will now have to cover epinephrine injectors – commonly known as EpiPens – for children with severe allergies under new legislation recently signed into law and supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights.
Stuart Hosts ‘Back to School’ Women’s Supply Drive
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In order to prepare women and girls for the back to school season, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is collaborating with the Caseyville Public Library to collect feminine hygiene products. The drive will be held through the months of August and September. There will be a donation drop off box at Stuart’s constituent services office, located at 2105 Vandalia St., Unit #16 in Collinsville, as well as at the Caseyville Public Library at 419 S 2nd Street in Caseyville.
Mussman-Backed Bill to Protect Private Genetic Information Signed into Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To help ensure that private genetic test results are not used against consumers, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation that would forbid the disclosure of personal genetic information to insurance companies without consent from the individual.
Mason Meets with Residents at Annual Gurnee Days Festival
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, hosted a booth during the annual Gurnee Days festival to connect with community members at Viking Park on Saturday.
Lilly’s Junior High Civics Education Measure Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly’s, D-Chicago, measure to increase knowledge of the workings of government and the importance of civics education among junior high students is now law.
Didech Applauds New Laws Promoting LGBTQ+ Equality
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is applauding two new landmark LGBTQ+ equality measures signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation Requiring FAFSA Completion Among High School Students Signed into Law
CHICAGO – Legislation backed by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, requiring all high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week.
Hernandez Legislation to Increase Minority Jobs Signed into Law
AURORA, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to increase the number of apprenticeship jobs for minorities throughout the state was signed into law last week.
Mason Continues Community Outreach, Hears from Constituents Over Coffee
GURNEE, Ill. – Residents are invited to join state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to discuss state and local issues at He Brews Coffee Shop located at 211 Sheridan Road in Winthrop Harbor from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.
Yednock Highlights New Government Accountability Measure
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting the new Open Illinois Checkbook Act that will increase transparency and accountability on Illinois’ finances, by asking the Illinois Comptroller’s Office to publish reports on where tax dollars go.
LaPointe Applauds Enactment of Historic Equal Pay Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new equal pay law that outlaws historically discriminatory hiring practices that have locked women in a cycle of unequal and unfair pay.
Governor Signs Stuart-Backed Measure to Create Property Tax Relief Fund
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a part of her continued efforts to bring property tax relief to area homeowners, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently supported legislation to create the Illinois Property Tax Relief Fund.
Harper Hails New Victim-Centered Sexual Assault Reporting Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, praised the enactment of a new law that will provide stronger access to justice and health care services for sexual assault victims.