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Mason Sponsors Plan to Help Seniors Save on Property Taxes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Lake County seniors could save up to an additional $3,000 on their property tax bills under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee.
Yednock Discusses Preservation with Canal Corridor Association
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, visited with Ana Koval, President & CEO of the Canal Corridor Association to discuss issues regarding conservation and preservation of the Illinois and Michigan Canal.
Mussman Discusses Clean Energy and Economic Opportunity at Town Hall Meeting
HANOVER PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, hosted her first town hall of the year Monday night in Hanover Park to discuss renewable energy, job creation and other issues facing the community.
Harper Votes to Advance Effort for Equal Pay
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, voted to crack down on pay discrimination by corporations and employers.
Jones Votes to Raise Age to Purchase Tobacco Products
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, voted to keep children safe from the dangers of smoking on Tuesday by passing a bill raising the age to purchase cigarettes and other nicotine products to 21.
Didech Votes to End Discriminatory Hiring Practices; Close Gender Pay Gap
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to promote equal pay for women in Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, voted this week to advance a bipartisan measure cracking down on the unfair and discriminatory hiring practice of asking job seekers for their salary history.
Mah Fighting to Hold Peoples Gas Accountable for Rapidly Rising Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As utility giant Peoples Gas pushes rapid, unexpected rate increases on local customers, families would receive protection from unfair energy bills under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago. “As families struggle with the...
West Joins RPS 205, City of Rockford to Push Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To revitalize and stabilize local neighborhoods, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a proposal backed by RPS 205 and the City of Rockford to allow local taxing bodies to abate property taxes for residential properties.
Kifowit to Host Town Hall Discussion on Cannabis Legalization
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will listen to residents’ opinions on efforts to legalize adult recreational cannabis at a hosting a town hall discussion on Saturday, March 23 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Waubonsee Community College.
Manley Sponsors Legislation to Expand Mental Health Screenings During School Physicals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently introduced legislation to expand mental health screenings for youth in their back-to-school health examinations.
Slaughter Backs Measure to Curb Teen Smoking
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help combat teen smoking and promote public health, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, supported legislation that would raise the legal age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21.
Crespo Backs Measure to Reduce Workplace Harassment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is supporting legislation to crack down on workplace harassment by creating a task force to establish best practices and model policies for employers.
Harper Votes to Advance Teen Health Bill Raising Tobacco Age to 21
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, voted to keep young people healthier by passing legislation raising the age to buy tobacco and smoking products to 21.
Lilly Sponsors Plan to Raise Mental Health Awareness on College Campuses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Students attending Illinois’ public universities and community colleges would receive additional mental health support and resources under a measure sponsored by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago.
Didech Backs Effort to Ensure Sex Education Curriculum Include Teaching Consent
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to reducing instances of harassment and assault, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is supporting legislation that would require age-appropriate discussions about consent to be had with students.
Yednock Introduces Measure to Protect First Responders from Drone Interference
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is sponsoring legislation that will prohibit unmanned drone pilots from interfering with local police, firefighter, paramedics and other first responders performing their duties.
Didech Introduces Government Consolidation Bill to Lower Property Taxes
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to reduce property taxes for Illinois residents, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, proposed legislation aimed at consolidating overlapping layers of local government in Illinois.
Kifowit to Host Road Construction Update
AURORA, Ill. – To update area residents about the status of local and regional road construction projects, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is hosting an informational session with state transportation and city officials on Thursday, March 21 at 6 p.m. at the Eola Road Branch of the Aurora Public Library.