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Andrade Working to Protect Children of Undocumented Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that improves the process for undocumented parents to designate a legal guardian for their children in the event of the family being torn apart as a result of Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda.
Welch Invites Residents to ‘Pizza & Politics’ Town Hall Discussion
HILLSIDE, Ill. – Community can share their opinions on state issues over pizza at state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch’s “Pizza & Politics” Town Hall Meeting on Monday, April 8 from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Maywood Village Hall located at 125 S. 5th Ave. in Maywood.
Lilly Meets With Firefighters at Capitol
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, met with Illinois firefighters recently at the Capitol to discuss legislation that would directly impact first responders.
Hernandez Cracks Down on For-Profit Detention Centers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is sending a message that Illinois will not help advance Donald Trump’s bigoted immigration policies by introducing legislation that would ban taxpayer-funded deals for any for-profit companies that contract to detain migrant children. Hernandez is also supporting legislation that would ban units of government from operating for-profit detention centers.
Stuart Fighting to Save Jobs, Racing Season at Fairmount Park
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fairmount Park Racetrack could bring in millions of dollars in additional revenue to support a full racing season and save local jobs under a proposal introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, who was recently selected to serve on the negotiation team for gaming expansion in Illinois.
Jones Fighting for Comprehensive Approach to Combatting Workplace Harassment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A bill backed by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, will take steps toward a more comprehensive approach to ending workplace harassment and create guidelines and best practices for all employers.
Lilly Proposal Seeks to Expand Fulltime Veterans Service Offices
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, is working to improve the delivery of services to veterans in Illinois by requiring the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs to establish convenient, fulltime field office in every part of the state.
Harper Leads Innovative Blockchain Business Bill Through House Panel
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help expand and grow the practical applications of emerging technologies in Illinois, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently won support from a House panel for legislation to help innovative new businesses take root in local communities.
Equal Pay Legislation Passes Illinois House, Manley Calls for Support with Equal Pay Petition
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is sponsoring House Bill 834, which recently passed out of the Illinois House with overwhelming bipartisan support, and would bar employers from asking job candidates their salary history.
Stuart Congratulates Illinois Teacher of the Year Susan Converse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To honor her selection as Teacher of the Year, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently welcomed Edwardsville High School special education teacher Susan Converse to the Capitol to congratulate her on the House floor and add her name to the official legislative record.
State Rep. Walker Backs Keep Illinois Business Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to working to keep jobs in Illinois, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is backing a proposal that would return taxpayer-funded incentives to the state if a business that received them decides to ship jobs out of state or overseas.
Hernandez Combats High Costs, Discrimination in Health Care Coverage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Big insurance companies would be prohibited from slamming patients with double-digit premium increases for no reason or discriminating against patients on the basis of gender, race or religion under a new measure backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora.
Harper Proposes Measure to Remove Surcharge on Gas Bills
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Standing up for consumers, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is proposing to remove a monthly surcharge on the gas bills of consumers in Chicago after the exposure of gross mismanagement and ineptitude by Peoples Gas.
Welch Helps Pass Legislation to Keep Westlake Hospital Out of Key House Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, helped legislation aimed at blocking the Pipeline Health’s decision to close Westlake Hospital pass out of the House Appropriations-Human Services Committee yesterday.
West Backs Plan to Expand State Seal of Biliteracy to Private High School Students
ROCKFORD, Ill. – The State Seal of Biliteracy, a recognition given to graduating high school students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in English and another language, would be available to private school students under a bill supported by state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford.
Yednock Meets with Illinois Valley FFA Members at State Capitol
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, met with members of the Streator-area Future Farmers of America (FFA) during their visit to the Capitol this week.
Slaughter Supports Creation of Illinois Legislative Youth Advisory Council
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation to give Illinois teens and young adults the chance to advise lawmakers on policies affecting them.
Didech, Carroll to Host Tax Education Seminar
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – With Tax Day less than a month away, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, and state Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Northbrook, are partnering to host a tax relief seminar on Monday, March 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Alcott Center, located at 530 Bernard Dr. in Buffalo Grove.