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Ammons Votes to Raise Minimum Wage to $15 to Lift Families Out of Poverty
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help Illinois’ hardworking families and businesses, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, voted to raise Illinois’ minimum wage to $15 an hour.
Jones Backs Effort to Establish Living Wage for Illinois’ Middle-Class Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to provide Illinois’ middle-class families with a much-needed raise in income, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, voted to increase the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour.
Welch: Fair Wage a Victory for Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after the passage of legislating creating a fair wage in Illinois, Senate Bill 1, passed the General Assembly:
Didech Supports Minimum Wage Increase, Tax Credits for Local Small
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to ensuring working families earn enough to be able to support themselves and their communities, state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, voted to pass legislation that would gradually increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2025, while also providing tax credits for small and medium-sized businesses.
West Backs Minimum Wage Plan, Encouraged by Positive Economic Effects
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, backed a minimum wage increase plan Thursday that is expected to generate more than $19 billion annually in economic activity.
Manley Backs Minimum Wage Plan to Grow Economy
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on balancing the need for fair pay for families with the needs of small businesses, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, supported a minimum wage plan Thursday that is expected to generate $19 billion in new economic activity annually across the state while making Illinois a more attractive place to live and work.
Gong-Gershowitz Moves First Bill Out of Committee, Protecting Children of Undocumented Immigrants
SPRINGFIELD – Continuing her mission to help the vulnerable, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, passed her first bill out of committee this week to improve the process of designating a legal guardian of children in the event the child is separated from their parent during immigration proceedings.
Crespo Supports Wage Increase for Working Families, Tax Credits for Small Businesses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, supported legislation balancing working families’ need for fair pay with interests of small and medium-sized employers, bringing billions of dollars in new economic activity to local communities.
Andrade Votes to Raise the Minimum Wage for Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to ensuring working families earn a living wage while balancing the needs of small businesses, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, voted in support of legislation to raise Illinois’ minimum wage to $15 per hour and also provide small and medium-sized businesses tax credits.
Hoffman Introduces Legislation Promoting Illinois- and American-Made Products
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To stimulate job growth in Illinois and the United States, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has introduced two legislative proposals that would prioritize local jobs and keep taxpayer dollars in the state.
Yednock Appointed to House Committee on Labor and Commerce
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of his career of fighting for the rights of working men and women, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, will serve as a member of the House Labor and Commerce Committee during the 101st General Assembly, advocating for the rights of middle-class families.
Mason Highlights Property Tax Relief for Lake County Homeowners Through Education Funding Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is highlighting a state grant program that could help relieve the high property tax burden felt by homeowners in her district.
West Joins House Committees Focused on Higher Education, Criminal Justice and Mental Health
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, will serve on House committees related to mental health, criminal justice and higher education.
Hoffman Announces Committee Assignments, Renews Commitment to Serve as Devout Leader for Metro East
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – This week, Assistant Majority Leader and state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, announced the committees he will serve on in the Illinois House of Representatives. “It is an incredible privilege to serve as Assistant Majority Leader in the House,”...
Slaughter to Host 2nd Annual District Office Open House
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is hosting his 2nd annual open house on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th Street in Chicago to discuss state services, legislation, and local concerns.
Walker to Work on Economic Development, Health Care Insurance in Committee Assignments
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With committee assignments focused on health care insurance, finance and economic opportunity, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, will advocate for working families and local businesses this General Assembly.
Mussman Backs Renewed Effort to Close the Wage Gap in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help prevent wage discrimination in the workplace, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is co-sponsoring legislation aimed at addressing the wage gap between men and women in Illinois.
Lilly Sponsors Measure to Protect Stalking Victims
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Convicted stalkers would no longer be able to possess guns under new legislation backed by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago.