Latest Updates:
Andrade Supports Women’s Reproductive Health Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to protect a women’s health care needs, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is supporting a bill that would grant every woman the right to have control over their reproductive health.
Crespo Introduces Legislation to Make Sales Taxes More Transparent
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his continuing fight to make government transparent to citizens, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, announced he is sponsoring legislation to require the itemization of sales taxes on customer receipts.
Hoffman Legislation to Safeguard Workers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is introducing legislation that would provide new and enhanced workplace protections for workers on the job.
Jones Helps Local Seniors Understand Their Legal Resources During Event
LYNWOOD, Ill. – This week, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, was joined by representatives from the Center for Disability and Elder Law to assist seniors on how to utilize their available legal tools.
Mussman Continues Fight to Make Birth Control More Accessible to Women
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy work to protect women’s unique health care needs, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is carrying legislation through the House that would allow pharmacists to prescribe birth control to women.
Hernandez to Fight for Immigrant Community as Assistant Majority Leader
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, released the following statement following her selection as assistant majority leader of the House of Representatives:
State Rep. Ford to Join Father of Violence Victim to Call for Reactivation of State Violence Prevention Task Force
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will call on the governor and state legislative leaders to reactivate a dormant Violent Crime Task Force designed to provide recommendations to fight crime Thursday at a press conference in the Thompson Center...
Harper to Chair Panel Focused on Environmental Harms in Communities of Color
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will fight to stop lead contamination and promote green jobs in underserved communities as chair a new subcommittee focusing on the impact of pollution, climate change and other environmental hazards in communities of color.
Mason Introduces Measure to Protect Seniors from Predatory Contracts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Seniors would have more time to cancel contracts with predatory and deceptive door-to-door salesmen under legislation introduced by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.
Crespo Introduces Legislation to Consolidate Policing of Cook County Forest Preserves
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a way to reduce ineffective and redundant government entities, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, announced he is sponsoring legislation transferring the duties of the Cook County Forest Preserve District police to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.
Andrade Responds to Governor’s Address: We Must Invest in Our People
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s budget address, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, released the following statement:
Stuart Meets with Granite City Residents to Discuss Local and State Issues
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – Last week, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, joined other state legislators for a meet and greet to allow local residents to share issues and concerns.
Evans Statement on Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marcus C. Evans Jr, D-Chicago, issued the following statement following Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Budget address:
Manley Reacts to Governor’s Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, issued the following statement after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s budget address Wednesday:
Tarver Responds to Pritzker Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – After Governor JB Pritzker presented his first annual budget address to the General Assembly, state Rep. Curtis Tarver II, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
State Rep. Gabel Responds to Pritzker’s Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to Governor Pritzker’s proposed budget, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, released the following statement:
Walker Proposes Student Loan Tax Credit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently introduced a measure to alleviate some of the student loan burden plaguing Illinois STEM and medical field graduates who contribute to the success of our state.
Didech Invites Residents to Share Thoughts at “Donuts with Dan” Event in Vernon Hills
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 inaugural “Donuts with Dan” event on Saturday, March 2 at 10 a.m. at the Garden Berry Café, located at 906 US-45 in Vernon Hills.