Latest Updates:
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.
Scherer Legislation Studies Student Credit Card Debt
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help combat predatory lending against college students, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is sponsoring legislation to study student credit card debt and the way students are targeted by credit card companies.
Didech Sponsors Legislation to Curb Youth Tobacco Use
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to promote public health in Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is backing legislation to raise the required age to purchase tobacco products in Illinois from 18 to 21.
Manley Plan Would Automatically Renew Property Tax Exemption for Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To make it easier for seniors to save money on property taxes, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has introduced legislation that would allow seniors who have qualified for the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption to not have to reapply for it annually statewide.
Mason Advocates for Pathway into Cybersecurity Industry for Veterans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To improve and expand the professional opportunities available to military veterans, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, introduced legislation that would provide them with a path to specialize in the cybersecurity field.
State Rep. West to Host “Coffee with Maurice” throughout Rockford in March
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is inviting residents to a series of coffee shop stops that he will host across Rockford on Mondays during the month of March.
Lilly Pushing Bill to Help Students Get Ahead in Competitive Workforce
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Local students will be better prepared to enter a competitive workforce under new legislation introduced by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, which will teach young people good work ethics at an early age.
Latino Caucus Applauds Dr. Carmen Ayala’s Historic Appointment as Head of ISBE
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus commends Governor J.B. Pritzker’s commitment to diversity in appointing Dr. Carmen Ayala as the superintendent of the Illinois State Board of Education, making her not only the first Latina, but the first person of color and a woman to serve as the permanent superintendent.
Bristow, Stuart Remind Residents about Health and Wellness Fair this Friday
ALTON, Ill. – To give residents in the Metro East access to a wide variety of healthcare services, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, and state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, are hosting a Health and Wellness Fair on Friday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hatheway Cultural Center on the Lewis and Clark Community College Campus, located at 5800 Godfrey Rd. in Godfrey.
Yednock Supports New Options for Hunters and Fishers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is sponsoring legislation that would support local hunters and sportsman by creating an easier and streamlined hunting and fishing license that would be valid for five years in Illinois.
Harper Proposes Measure to Institute Smarter Sentencing in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of her commitment to criminal justice reform, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is proposing a major overhaul of Illinois’ sentencing laws, easing reliance on unfair mandatory minimum sentences and providing judges with discretion to use alternative sentences.
Lilly Fighting for Fair Health Care for Incarcerated Individuals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation to eliminate unfair health care fees for individuals in correctional facilities who are seeking emergency and preventative medical services.