Latest Updates:
Mussman to Host Coffee Meeting for Local Residents in Schaumburg
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – No longer in session, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is looking to casually meet with constituents over coffee to hear their concerns and discuss recent updates from Springfield.
Stuart to Host Free Seminar to Help Residents Save on Their Property Taxes
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – To help residents understand the property tax appeals process, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a free property tax appeals seminar with the Granite City Township Assessor, Deborah Gray, to make local residents aware of any exemptions that could lower their property taxes. The seminar will be held on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Granite City Township Hall. Suite B, located at 2060 Delmar Ave.
Lilly Highlights Infrastructure Investments for Franklin Park
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, hailed a bipartisan capital infrastructure plan that will make critical investments in infrastructure for the Village of Franklin Park.
Harper Leads Legislative Action Panel for Englewood Residents
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently hosted a legislative action panel for Englewood residents in partnership with the Resident Association of Greater Englewood (R.A.G.E.).
Didech Property Tax Appeal Seminar Connects Over One Hundred Homeowners With Tax Relief
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to help residents reduce their property tax bills, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, held a property tax assessment appeal seminar in Wheeling last week with Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi’s office and Cook County Commissioner Scott Britton.
Flowers Bill to Update TANF Will Become Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – This past weekend a bill championed by state Rep. Mary Flowers, D-Chicago, to ensure that the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program stays in line with the Federal Poverty Guidelines was signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Stuart Tours Goshen Coffee Company Facility in Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, visited and toured the facilities at Goshen Coffee Company in Edwardsville. It was an opportunity to discuss the challenges and rewards of owning a small business and to understand their role within the local community.
Hoffman Measure to Protect Workers Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure passed by State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, that would hold employers that avoid workers’ compensation responsibilities accountable was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Harper’s Anti-Hunger Bill Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to expand options for people experiencing food insecurity spearheaded by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently became law in Illinois.
Stuart Calls for New Study on Southern Illinois University Funding
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, issued the following statement after reviewing the latest report on funding for the Southern Illinois University System:
Lilly Praises Law to Reduce Maternal Mortality among Black Women
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, hailed the enactment of a law to reduce maternal mortality among African American women.
Mussman Advocates for Caution During July Heat Wave
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the temperatures continue to rise, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is reminding residents to exercise caution in their efforts to stay cool.
Welch Lends Hand to Local Families and Students with 7th Annual Back to School Health Fair
HILLSIDE, Ill. – To help prepare local families for the upcoming school year, state Rep. Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch, D-Hillside, is partnering with local organizations to offer a free Back to School Health Fair.
Walker Applauds Signing of Property Tax Relief Fund Law, Encourages More Action on Property Taxes
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, to establish a Property Tax Relief Fund as part of a larger effort to lower property taxes was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
State Rep. Walker Applauds Signing of Legislation Protecting Sexual Assault Survivors
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Recognizing the difficulties often associated with seeking medical attention after a sexual assault, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is applauding Gov. J.B. Pritzker for recently signing into law legislation increasing protections for assault survivors seeking care or rape kits regardless if they have an outstanding warrant.
Mason Measure to Provide Tax Relief for Homeowners Signed by Pritzker
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to provide property tax relief for Illinois homeowners was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker last week.
Slaughter to Host Free Utility Bill Clinic in Chicago
CHICAGO – To help local residents save money and avoid unnecessary charges on their monthly bills, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to host a free utility bill clinic.
Slaughter Invites Residents for a Morning of Coffee and Conversation at Bootsma Bookstore Café
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting residents to join him for a morning of coffee and conversation this Friday, July 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bootsma Bookstore Café, located at 6513 W. 123rd St. in Palos Heights.