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Hernandez Urges Congress to Pass Dream Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to fighting back against the bigotry of Donald Trump, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is urging the newly Democratic U.S. House of Representatives to pass protections for the thousands of young people whose livelihood hangs in limbo ever since the shameful rescission of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Stuart Moves to Give Students Voting Power on SIU Board
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Both student members of the SIU Board of Trustees would have the opportunity to vote on academic and institutional matters under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville.
Stuart Congratulates IHSA Official of the Year Marc Parker
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of Marc Parker being named IHSA’s Official of the Year for boys basketball, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently introduced House Resolution 145 and welcomed Parker to the Capitol to congratulate him on the House floor.
Slaughter Backs Bill to Help Address Opioid Crisis
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would enhance opioid overdose reporting and data collection to help identify areas most affected by the opioid epidemic.
Gong-Gershowitz Votes in Favor of Making History Curriculum More Inclusive, Include LGBT Contributions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To expand and improve history education for our children, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, voted in favor of a bill to expand history curriculum to include contributions of the LGBT community.
State Rep. Walker Votes to Expand Equal Pay Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reiterating his focus on strengthening equal pay laws, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, voted Wednesday in favor of a plan that would prohibit employers from asking applicants about their previous wage history, ending a practice that can lock women into a lifetime of lower pay.
Meyers-Martin Helps Pass Legislation to Close Gender Pay Gap
SPRINGFIELD, Ill –Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, D-Olympia Fields, to help prevent wage discrimination in the workplace passed the House this week.
West Backs Effort to Increase Penalty for Violent Behavior in Places of Worship
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Speaking out against religious intolerance, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is supporting a proposal that would increase penalties if an individual is convicted of murder, assault, battery or unlawful use of a weapon in a place of worship.
Hernandez to Focus on Equity and Progressive Reforms in New Role as State Representative
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following her appointment to the Illinois House of Representatives, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, released the following statement:
Mussman Backs Clean Energy Jobs Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –To help combat climate change and continue her advocacy for clean energy, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is backing the Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA).
Mason Sponsors Plan to Help Seniors Save on Property Taxes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Lake County seniors could save up to an additional $3,000 on their property tax bills under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.
Yednock Discusses Preservation with Canal Corridor Association
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, visited with Ana Koval, President & CEO of the Canal Corridor Association to discuss issues regarding conservation and preservation of the Illinois and Michigan Canal.
Mussman Discusses Clean Energy and Economic Opportunity at Town Hall Meeting
HANOVER PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, hosted her first town hall of the year Monday night in Hanover Park to discuss renewable energy, job creation and other issues facing the community.
Harper Votes to Advance Effort for Equal Pay
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, voted to crack down on pay discrimination by corporations and employers.
Jones Votes to Raise Age to Purchase Tobacco Products
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, voted to keep children safe from the dangers of smoking on Tuesday by passing a bill raising the age to purchase cigarettes and other nicotine products to 21.
Didech Votes to End Discriminatory Hiring Practices; Close Gender Pay Gap
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to promote equal pay for women in Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, voted this week to advance a bipartisan measure cracking down on the unfair and discriminatory hiring practice of asking job seekers for their salary history.
Mah Fighting to Hold Peoples Gas Accountable for Rapidly Rising Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As utility giant Peoples Gas pushes rapid, unexpected rate increases on local customers, families would receive protection from unfair energy bills under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago. “As families struggle with the...
West Joins RPS 205, City of Rockford to Push Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To revitalize and stabilize local neighborhoods, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a proposal backed by RPS 205 and the City of Rockford to allow local taxing bodies to abate property taxes for residential properties.