Latest Updates:
Jones Seeking Summer Interns for Community Outreach
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Hoping to offer hands-on experience with state government and constituent services, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is looking for summer interns to assist with his community outreach.
Kifowit Recognizes American Legion on 100th Anniversary
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of the centennial anniversary of the nation’s largest wartime Veterans service organization, US Marine Corps Veteran and state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently introduced legislation honoring the legacy of the American Legion.”
Mason’s Paid Legislative Internship Program Set to Launch this Summer
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is seeking applicants for her newly established legislative internship program. The internship program is slated to begin in June and will conclude in August. Internship duties will include, but are not limited to, assisting with community outreach, event planning, constituent casework and general office tasks.
West Supported Proposal Focuses on College Student Mental Health
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Concerned that college students are not receiving the mental health resources they need, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, recently helped pass legislation that would require public colleges to develop systems of support for students who may be experiencing mental health crises.
West Backed Effort to Ensure Employees Receive Tips Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure passed by the House and supported by state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, would ensure that tips given to restaurant workers and other employees cannot be retained by an employer.
Stuart to Hold ICash Event with Illinois Treasurer’s Office
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To give local residents and businesses an opportunity to claim their unclaimed cash or property held by the state, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is collaborating with the Illinois State Treasurer’s office for a free ICash event on Tuesday, April 30 from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will be held at the Collinsville Memorial Library located at 408 W. Main St in Collinsville.
Harper Encourages Residents to Join 7th Annual Greater Englewood Unity Day
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to participate in the 7th annual Greater Englewood Unity Day on April 27th, an event to bring the Greater Englewood community together to clean up debris and litter and celebrate building stronger neighborhoods.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Works to Ensure Illinois Communities Have Safe, Clean Water
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is ensuring clean water for Illinois communities by passing legislation that would set clear guidelines for water pipe construction and maintanence.
State Rep. Walker Hosts Small Business Roundtable Discussion
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – As part of his continued outreach to constituents and local businesses, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently hosted a small business roundtable discussion at the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce.
Harper Announces New City/Back of the Yards Community Clean Up Day
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is hosting a New City/Back of the Yards Community Clean Up Day on Saturday, April 27 and is encouraging local residents to participate.
Didech Joins Fight Against “Double-Dipping on Steroids”
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to fight against a practice commonly referred to as “double-dipping”, state Representative Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is sponsoring legislation to prevent county and municipal board members from collecting their pensions until they’ve reached retirement.
Slaughter Highlights Summer Job Opportunities for Teens and Young Adults in Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging teens and young adults to apply for summer jobs and internships through One Summer Chicago (OSC).
Kifowit to Host “Conservation@Home” Seminar
AURORA, Ill. – Encouraging residents to make earth-conscious choices in their home landscape, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is partnering with The Conservation Foundation to bring the Conservation@Home program to the Aurora Public Library at 6:00 p.m. tonight.
Mussman Backs Effort to Crack Down on Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Under new legislation backed by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, hotel and motel employees would receive training to help recognize human trafficking and quickly alert authorities.
Mussman Backs Mental Health Training for Law Enforcement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her advocacy for both mental health care and public safety, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently supported legislation to incorporate mental health and wellness curriculum into police training.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Helps Protect Workers’ Tips, Secure Stable Incomes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, struck a blow for workers’ rights by helping pass a bill which would prevent employers from taking any part of the tips their employees earn.
Mason Holds Diaper Drive to Support Struggling Caregivers
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is kicking off a diaper drive this Monday, April 22. The diaper drive will lead up to Mother’s Day, concluding on Saturday, May 11. All diapers collected will be donated to Twice As Nice Mother & Child, a non-profit organization that distributes over a quarter million diapers each year to families in need throughout Lake County.
Welch Statement on Pipeline Health
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, issued the following statement in response to the recent statement made by Pipeline Health: