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Walsh Calls for Emergency Repairs to Des Plaines River Bridge
JOLIET, Ill. – Responding to reports that the Des Plaines River Bridge has been rated in critical condition, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, stressed that the state is taking this situation very seriously.
Kifowit Introduces Measure to Increase Food Allergy Awareness in Restaurants
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help families with life-threatening food allergies dine out more comfortably and safely, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, has introduced legislation to increase both food service staff and restaurant patrons’ awareness of allergens in menu items.
Willis, Welch to Spearhead Hearing Examining Westlake Hospital Closure
CHICAGO – In an effort to keep Westlake Hospital open to serve local residents, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, state Rep. Kathy Willis, D-Northlake, and members of the House Appropriations Human Services committee will examine the community impact of the potential closure at a hearing on Friday, March 8 at 10 a.m. in C-600 of the Bilandic Building.
Stuart Hosts Health and Wellness Fair
GODFREY, Ill. – To connect community members with free health services, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville and state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, hosted a Health and Wellness Fair on the Lewis and Clark Community College campus on Friday.
Gordon-Booth Proposes Two New Vocational Academies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To expand educational opportunities for Illinois students, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is sponsoring legislation to create new vocational education academies across the state.
Manley Introduces Bill to Stop Political “Double Dipping”
JOLIET, Ill. – Concerned about good government and transparency, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has introduced legislation prohibiting local elected officials from hiring themselves in a position they oversee.
State Rep. West Proposal Would Highlight Student Participation in Job Shadowing, Vocational Training
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of an effort to highlight the need for students to receive real world training, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a measure that would require the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to include on school report cards whether the school offered vocational training opportunities, as well as the most current data on the percentage of students who participated in job shadowing and completed an internship.
Yednock Legislation Designates Lone Star Quarry as Fossil Park
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, has introduced legislation designating and protecting the former Lone Star Quarry as a site for individuals and groups digging for fossils.
Andrade Joins Effort to Teach Meaning of Consent to Students
CHICAGO – Committed to continue working to create a better culture for students in school and beyond, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is joining House Democratic colleagues to support legislation aimed at teaching the meaning of consent.
Scherer, Child Welfare Committee to Hold Hearing Examining DCFS and Death of Decatur Child
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, and members of the House’s top child welfare committee will examine the tragic case of Ta’naja Barnes, a two-year-old child from Decatur, and the response of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) at a hearing on Tuesday, March 5 at 2 p.m. in room 122B in the Capitol.
Mussman Invites Local Women to 8th Annual Hidden Gems Event
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To celebrate the untold stories of women living in local communities and to highlight Women’s History Month, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, will be hosting her 8th Annual Hidden Gems in Our Community meeting.
Walker Proudly Recognizes March as Social Worker Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a co-sponsor of House Resolution 70 declaring March Social Worker Month, state Representative Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, joins the rest of the state in recognizing the many dedicated social workers who greatly improve our communities.
Slaughter Resolution Calls for Increased Funding for Early Education
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting a resolution calling for expanded access to high-quality preschool and early education for children and increased funding to help build and renovate preschool classrooms across Illinois.
Gong-Gershowitz Introduces Bill to Strengthen Background Checks, Prevent those with Violent Pasts from Obtaining Firearms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To strengthen background checks for firearm purchases, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, introduced a bill to require applicants to provide fingerprints when applying for a state license.
Walker Backs Clean Energy Jobs Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reflecting his commitment to fighting climate change and investing in renewable energy jobs, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently announced his support for a proposed Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA).
Stuart Leads Effort to Recognize Dystonia Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Sept. 2019 will be recognized as Dystonia Awareness Month in Illinois, thanks to a newly adopted resolution sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, calling attention to the third most common movement disorder.
Kifowit Advances Measure to Give Students A Voice in Government
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ future leaders will have a say on some of the major issues facing the state under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, creating a statewide Youth Advisory Council, which was approved by a House committee on Wednesday.
Mussman to Host Town Hall Meeting in Hanover Park
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is hosting a town hall meeting on Monday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hanover Park Police Department located at 2011 W. Lake St. to discuss constituent concerns and legislation in Springfield.