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State Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fighting for Emergency Vehicle Safety Laws Following Trooper Deaths
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of two state trooper deaths, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is backing a bill that would protect law enforcement professionals by combatting careless driving near stopped emergency vehicles.
Andrade Joins Effort to Crack Down on Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, IL. –State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that will bring human trafficking criminals to justice by imposing harsher penalties and providing law enforcement with more resources to crack down on them.
Mussman Backs Effort to Improve Suicide Prevention
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for mental health, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is supporting legislation that would update policies to include updated research and additional measures related to suicide prevention, education, and treatment.
Mussman to Host Town Hall Meeting in Hoffman Estates
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is hosting a town hall meeting on Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Township of Schaumburg, located at 1 Illinois Blvd. in Hoffman Estates to discuss updates from the 2019 Legislative Session.
Mason Supports Legislation to End Human Trafficking in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is sponsoring Senate Bill 1890, a measure that creates additional safeguards for victims of human trafficking by expanding law enforcement trainings, extending the criminal statute of limitations and cracking down on businesses associated with human trafficking.
Latino Caucus: Fair Tax Helps Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement urging for the passage of the Fair Tax Amendment:
Kifowit Named to Conference of Women Legislators Executive Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will serve as a co-chair of the Conference of Women Legislators (COWL), a position which enables her to advocate for and empower Illinois women through state initiatives.
State Rep. Walker Backs Legislation Updating State’s Suicide Prevention Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing the immense personal, familial and societal trauma resulting from suicide deaths, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, has co-sponsored legislation which would update Illinois’ suicide prevention strategy.
Gordon-Booth On Key Negotiating Team Working for Capital Infrastructure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois House Deputy Majority Leader Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, issued the following statement on the importance of passing a capital infrastructure plan:
Didech Backs Major Gun Safety Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to stopping senseless violence from taking place in communities across Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is sponsoring legislation that will modernize gun safety laws and the tools available to law enforcement, and close a loophole that the Aurora gunman exploited to get his hands on a firearm, resulting in the death of five coworkers.
Tarver Sponsors Initiative to Provide Justice for Victims of Child Abuse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As reports of child deaths at the hands of their parents continue to flood the news in Illinois, state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago, is taking steps to ensure that people who intentionally deprive and endanger their children are brought to justice.
Lilly Measure to Declare ‘Stop the Bleed Day’ Advances Through House Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently passed a proposal through a House committee to raise awareness of emergency trauma response measures by declaring May 23, 2019, as “Stop the Bleed Day” in Illinois.
Jones Fights for Gun Safety by Promoting Legislation to Close Loopholes Used by Aurora Gunman
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet, is responding to a tragic mass shooting in Aurora by pushing for stronger gun legislation that would close gun show loopholes and strengthen Illinois firearm identification safety measures.
State Rep. Walker Co-Sponsors Legislation Expanding Military and Veterans’ Discounts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing the sacrifices of military families as well as those in uniform, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is pushing to include the spouses and dependents of veterans and military personnel in receiving discounts on goods and services.
Latino Caucus Urges Action on Reproductive Health Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to the egregious attacks on women’s reproductive rights by extremist politicians around the country, the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement urging for action on the Reproductive Health Act:
Stuart Legislation Makes Sustainable Energy Projects More Accessible For Universities and State Agencies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State agencies and universities will be able to enter into long-term power purchase agreements for renewable energy projects under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville. Senate Bill 211 amends the Illinois Procurement Code to allow the State purchasing officers or a State agency to enter into renewable energy resources contracts and leases for up to 25 years.
Stuart Bill Grants Students Voting Power on SIU Board
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Student trustees at the Southern Illinois University campuses in Edwardsville and Carbondale are a step closer to having an equal opportunity to vote on institutional matters presented before the SIU Board of Trustees, thanks to legislation introduced by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville.
Lilly Talks Education, Economic Impact with Museum Advocates
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, met recently with advocates for Illinois museums and cultural institutions for Museum Day in Springfield.