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Jones Passes Measure Cracking Down on Attacks Targeting Places of Worship
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – People committing religiously-motivated hate crimes would face stricter punishments for targeting people in places of worship under a bill supported by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City.
Mussman to Host Town Hall in Roselle
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is hosting a town hall meeting on Tuesday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Village Hall in Roselle, located at 31 S. Prospect St. to discuss updates on legislation in Springfield and hear feedback from local residents.
Hoffman Passes Legislation in the House to Protect Critical Infrastructure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ power plants, waterlines and other critical utilities will be better secured under legislation passed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, increasing penalties on those who tamper with critical infrastructure. “The safety of our...
Mussman Backs Measure to Crack Down on Hate Crimes in Places of Worship
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to an increase in hate crimes across the country, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation to increase penalties for hate crimes targeting places of worship in Illinois.
Lilly Passes Measure to Empower Parents, Bring Elected School Board to Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is fighting to give parents control of their local schools by passing legislation that changes Chicago’s appointed school board into an elected, representative school board that answers to local families and taxpayers instead of insiders.
Didech Announces Spring Holiday Food Drive
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is collaborating with the Vernon Township Food Pantry to collect canned and non-perishable food donations, including Kosher food for Passover, during the Passover and Easter holiday season.
Stuart to Hold Education Advisory Committee to Discuss Current Legislation
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To update local administrators, educators and parents on new legislation that will affect students and the education field, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host her next Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Wednesday, April 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library, located at 112 S. Kansas St.
Willis, Welch Bill to Make Hospital Closure Harder Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, are continuing their push to keep Westlake Hospital open by passing legislation that makes it harder for wealthy health management companies to purchase local hospitals and then close down to pad profits.
Willis, Welch Bill to Make Hospital Closure Harder Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, are continuing their push to keep Westlake Hospital open by passing legislation that makes it harder for wealthy health management companies to purchase local hospitals and then close down to pad profits.
Stuart, Area Legislators Connect Job Seekers with Employers
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – Over the weekend, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, welcomed employers and job seekers to the Granite City Township Center for a job fair, which Stuart hosted in partnership with Metro-East area legislators state Rep. Monica Bristow, state Rep. Jay Hoffman and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe.
Mason Invites Residents to Join Illinois Beach State Park Clean-Up Effort
ZION, Ill. – To keep its shoreline safe and ready for summer, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is asking community members to join her in cleaning up litter at Illinois Beach State Park, located at 1 Lake Front Dr. in Zion on Sunday, April 14 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Mason, who currently serves on the Energy and Environment committee, has enjoyed bringing her family to this state park for years.
Lilly Measure Raising Tobacco Age to 21 Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly’s, D-Chicago, bipartisan legislation to raise the age to buy tobacco products to 21 is now law after it was signed yesterday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Passes Measure Cracking Down on Violence Targeting Religious Institutions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is combatting the rise in religiously-motivated hate crimes by passing tough new punishments on criminals who target worshipers at churches, synagogues, mosques and other religious houses.
Hoffman Visits Franklin Elementary School to Greet Local Students in Belleville
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, visited Franklin Elementary School last week to meet and speak with local students in Belleville.
State Rep. Walker’s Office to Host Extended, Satellite Office Hours
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To answer questions about state issues and help residents navigate state agencies, staff of state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, will host satellite office hours beginning Wednesday, April 3 at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, and Thursday, April 18 at the Mount Prospect Public Library from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Mah Introduces Measure to Initiate Census Outreach
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – One year ahead of the 2020 Census, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure that would help ensure a complete and accurate count of everyone living in Illinois.
Didech Invites Residents to Share Thoughts at “Donuts with Dan” Event in Wheeling
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is inviting residents to enjoy a cup of coffee while discussing state and local issues at his “Donuts with Dan” event on Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m. in the Cook Room at Indian Trails Public Library, located at 355 Schoenbeck Rd. in Wheeling.
West’s Office Offering Free Resume Writing Assistance to Residents
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Drawing on his background as the director of career development at Rockford University, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is encouraging residents with questions about how to create or update their resume to schedule an appointment with his office.