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Mason’s Ethylene Oxide Legislation Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After months of concerted legislative efforts, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, saw her two landmark ethylene oxide measures signed into law by the governor on Friday.
Jones Backs Legislation Preserving Employee Rights, Salaries
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is combatting worker mistreatment through the creation of a workplace watchdog unit in the Attorney General’s office to promote robust enforcement of laws ensuring fair pay, worker safety and fair hiring practices.
Mussman Backs Legislation to Ease Property Tax Burden on Local Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to alleviate financial stress on local residents, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently supported legislation to lessen the burden of property taxes on homeowners in Illinois.
Mussman Supports Measure to Increase Training for 21st Century Job Market
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help create jobs and boost the economy, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation to provide professional and technical training to young adults entering the workforce through the 21st Century Employment Grant Program.
Mason Focuses on Literacy and Civics with Reading Event for Kids
ANTIOCH, Ill. – Following the end of her first legislative session, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, visited the Antioch Public Library District to host Read with your Rep., an event that featured Mason reading government-centric picture books to children.
Hernandez Backs Measure Recognizing Violence as a Public Health Crisis
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is taking action to address the growing issue of gun violence and crime in Illinois by supporting legislation to declare violence as a public health crisis.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Host Immigration Panel with Congressman Foster
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will host a panel on immigration with Congressman Bill Foster, D-11th District, in the East Aurora High School on Saturday, June 22, from noon to 3 p.m.
Slaughter Passes Measure To Crack Down on Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to combat human trafficking in Illinois recently passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support.
Welch Appointed to School Construction Task Force
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, will explore ways to enhance education statewide and expand vocational education as a member of a new task force aimed at addressing the construction needs of Illinois schools.
Didech Applauds Passage of Jury Equality Bill
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Representative Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is applauding the passage of a bill that outlaws discrimination against LGBTQ individuals during the jury selection process in Illinois.
Yednock Senior Protection Measure Passes General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation passed by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, that will protect seniors from fraudulent scams and door-to-door contracts is making its way to the governor for approval.
State Rep. Walker Hosts Animal Ambassadors at Local Senior Center
DES PLAINES, Ill. – Underscoring the need to help our environment and highlighting the important conservation work of the Brookfield Zoo, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors at the Frisbie Senior Center in Des Plaines.
State Rep. Walker to Co-Host Springfield Update Town Halls with Sen. Gillespie
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – After an eventful spring session, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is co-hosting with state Sen. Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, “Springfield Update” town halls to help inform residents about the many changes in Springfield impacting the local area and Illinois.
Stuart Appointed to Elder Abuse Task Force, Highlights Elder Abuse Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is working to bring attention to the need to address elder abuse in Illinois, and passed legislation to create the Elder Abuse Task Force to help create a statewide plan to combat Elder Abuse. Stuart was recently appointed as the first member of the task force.
Stuart Hosts Community Shred Day in Edwardsville to Help Prevent Identity Theft
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To provide constituents with a free and safe way to destroy sensitive documents, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, hosted a community shred day with state Rep. Monica Bristow, D- Godfrey, and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D- Glen Carbon. Outdated documents, like old medical records, old bill statements or mail, can put people at risk for identity theft if not disposed of correctly.
Willis, Lilly Participate in Franklin Park’s Railroad Day Fest
FRANKLIN PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, joined local residents at Franklin Park’s annual Franklin Park Fest for its featured Railroad Day to speak with constituents and answer their questions on issues like the budget, capital projects, the Fair Tax and health care.
Hernandez-Backed Legislation to Abolish For-Profit Detention Centers Awaits Governor’s Signature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – For-profit detention centers used to carry out Donald Trump’s inhumane family separation policy would be banned in Illinois, under legislation passed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, which is now awaiting the governor’s signature to become law.
Lilly Highlights Measure to Help At-Risk Students with Anger Management Issues
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting her measure to assist at-risk students with anger management concerns through the commission of a task force to deliver recommendations on best practices for curriculum needs and funding.