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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.
Kifowit to Host Town Hall Discussion on Cannabis Legalization
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will listen to residents’ opinions on efforts to legalize adult recreational cannabis at a hosting a town hall discussion on Saturday, March 23 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Waubonsee Community College.
Manley Sponsors Legislation to Expand Mental Health Screenings During School Physicals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently introduced legislation to expand mental health screenings for youth in their back-to-school health examinations.
Slaughter Backs Measure to Curb Teen Smoking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help combat teen smoking and promote public health, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, supported legislation that would raise the legal age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21.
Crespo Backs Measure to Reduce Workplace Harassment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is supporting legislation to crack down on workplace harassment by creating a task force to establish best practices and model policies for employers.
Harper Votes to Advance Teen Health Bill Raising Tobacco Age to 21
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, voted to keep young people healthier by passing legislation raising the age to buy tobacco and smoking products to 21.
Lilly Sponsors Plan to Raise Mental Health Awareness on College Campuses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Students attending Illinois’ public universities and community colleges would receive additional mental health support and resources under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago.
Didech Backs Effort to Ensure Sex Education Curriculum Include Teaching Consent
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to reducing instances of harassment and assault, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is supporting legislation that would require age-appropriate discussions about consent to be had with students.
Yednock Introduces Measure to Protect First Responders from Drone Interference
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is sponsoring legislation that will prohibit unmanned drone pilots from interfering with local police, firefighter, paramedics and other first responders performing their duties.
Didech Introduces Government Consolidation Bill to Lower Property Taxes
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to reduce property taxes for Illinois residents, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, proposed legislation aimed at consolidating overlapping layers of local government in Illinois.
Kifowit to Host Road Construction Update
AURORA, Ill. – To update area residents about the status of local and regional road construction projects, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is hosting an informational session with state transportation and city officials on Thursday, March 21 at 6 p.m. at the Eola Road Branch of the Aurora Public Library.
Mah to Host Third Annual Community Health Fair
CHICAGO – To connect residents with free health screenings and information, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is hosting a community health fair on Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Leonard M. Louie Fieldhouse, located at 1700 S. Wentworth Ave. “Health...
Scherer Legislation Promotes Work-Based Learning in Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to improve job creation and economic opportunity, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is advancing legislation to create a work-based learning database in Illinois schools.
Mason Proposes Tax Savings for Gun Owners that Practice Safe Storage of Firearms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help prevent gun thefts and accidental shootings, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, introduced legislation to reduce the tax on gun safes and locks intended to keep firearms out of the wrong hands.
Mussman Sponsors Legislation to Make Women’s Health Care a Fundamental Right
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is sponsoring new legislation to ensure that women’s health care is protected under Illinois statute.
Slaughter Supports Clean Energy Jobs Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To combat the effects of climate change and move Illinois towards a future of renewable energy, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting an initiative to create the Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA).
State Rep. Walker to Host Free Utility Bill Clinic for Residents
MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. – Looking to help residents save money on their utility bills, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, will host a free Citizens Utility Board (CUB) Bill Clinic at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St., on Monday March 18 from 6 to 7 p.m.