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“Coffee with Katie” to be Held at Verona Coffee in Collinsville with Rep. Katie Stuart
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To provide a setting for residents to voice their concerns about state and local issues, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting “Coffee with Katie” on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Verona Coffee, located at 101A East Main Street in Collinsville.
LaPointe Takes Office in Illinois House, Pledges Commitment to Build a Stronger Middle Class
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the newest member of the Illinois House of Representatives, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, will join her House Democratic colleagues to build a stronger middle class and better Illinois.
Welch-Backed Reform Creates Protections for Survivors of Sexual Assault
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of sexual assault who are wanted for non-violent, low-level offenses will be able to come forward without fear of law enforcement under new legislation backed by state Rep. Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch, D-Hillside.
Gong-Gershowitz’s Bills to Combat Trump’s Extreme Immigration Agenda Signed into Law
CHICAGO, Ill. –State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, released the following statement after attending the signing of her first two bills, which strengthen protections of undocumented immigrants:
Mah Praises Consumer Fairness Act at Bill Signing
CHICAGO – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker and consumer protection advocates for the signing of the Consumer Fairness Act, a measure to stop predatory debt collection practices in Illinois.
Mason Responds to Veto, Pledges to Continue Fight to Protect Health Care for Illinois Residents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s veto of legislation aiming to protect health care coverage for all Illinois residents, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, issued the following statement:
Hernandez-Backed Protections for Immigrant Parents and their Children Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, that will streamline the guardianship process for minors in the case that their parent is detained or deported was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Mason Hosts Property Tax Seminar with Area Legislators
LAKE VILLA, Ill. – Community members joined state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, in Lake Villa on Tuesday for a Property Tax Appeal Seminar at the Lake Villa Assessor’s Office. Mason’s seminar was held in coordination with state Reps. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, and Tom Weber, R-Lake Villa.
Crespo Measure Easing Exemption Process for Local Seniors Awaits Governor’s Signature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation passed by state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, that will ease the process of local seniors receiving cost-saving property tax exemptions awaits Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s consideration.
Hernandez Hosts Coffee and Conversation
AURORA, Ill. – To continue connecting with residents of her district, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, hosted a coffee meeting last Saturday at Two Brother’s Roundhouse, located in Aurora.
Kifowit Legislation To Move Illinois Marine Corps Scholarship Fund into Illinois Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to help Veterans and their families, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, a fellow Marine Veteran, recently passed legislation that would move into Illinois and give Illinois Marine Organizations more oversight over the Marine Corps Scholarship Fund.
Lilly-Backed Property Tax Relief Fund Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D- Chicago, to provide direct property tax relief to homeowners recently became law in Illinois.
Yednock Aims to Provide Tax Relief Through Newly Established Property Tax Relief Fund
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to lower burdensome property taxes for Illinois Valley families, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is highlighting the new Property Tax Relief Fund that will offer homeowners rebates to lower their taxes.
Slaughter Hosts Utility Bill Clinic for Local Residents
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, in collaboration with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB), recently hosted a utility bill clinic to help residents identify ways to save money on their monthly bills.
Walker-backed Legislation Protecting Immigrant Youth Signed into Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Standing against increased attacks on immigrants in the 53rd district and around Illinois, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is applauding Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s recent signing of two laws extending greater protections to immigrant youth.
Jones’ Bill Cracking Down on Targeted Ballot Initiatives Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is highlighting a new law that seeks to protect public servants from targeted ballot initiatives and secure term limits for current officials.
Kifowit-Sponsored Initiative to Streamline Veteran ID Cards Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for veterans, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, passed legislation to streamline the veteran ID process for the Secretary of State. Her legislation will make it easier for current and former men and women of our armed forces to obtain ID’s signifying they are veterans, and cutting away clerical mishaps and red tape.
Yednock Appointed to Serve on Veterans Advisory Council
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, has been appointed to serve on the House Veterans Advisory Council, which looks at programs and studies conducted in the U.S. on various issues that affect the lives of veterans.