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West Passes Bill Aimed at Increasing Workplace Experience for High School Students
ROCKFORD, Ill. – School report cards from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) would indicate publicly how high schools are working to increase workplace learning opportunities for students under a proposal introduced and passed out of the House this week by state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford.
Andrade Fights to Give Families a Voice by Passing Elected Chicago School Board Bill
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, recently helped pass legislation to increase accountability of the Chicago School Board by giving voting power to Chicago families.
State Rep. Walker Backs Legislation Fighting Airport Noise Pollution
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to address constant noise from local airports, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is backing legislation that would create income tax credits for area residents who choose to soundproof their homes against air traffic noise pollution.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fighting to Close Loopholes Exploited by Aurora Shooter
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is demanding thorough background checks for gun sales in the wake of a mass shooting in Aurora committed by a gunman who should not legally have been able to purchase a gun.
Harper Smart Sentencing Measure Passes Illinois House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper led a major overhaul of Illinois’ sentencing laws through the Illinois House, expanding opportunities for alternative sentences and easing reliance on unfair mandatory minimum sentences.
West to Bring Back Mother’s Day Luncheon
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Looking to honor the positive, daily impact of mothers in the community, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, will host a free Mother’s Day Luncheon on Saturday, May 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Cliffbreakers, located at 700 W. Riverside Blvd. in Rockford.
Manley Recommends Kutlesa for Illinois Council of Women and Girls Appointment, Pritzker Approves
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Governor J.B. Pritzker recently accepted an appointment nomination made by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, for the Illinois Council of Women and Girls.
Manley Leads Bipartisan Fight to Save Taxpayer Money Through Local Government Consolidation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is sponsoring legislation to consolidate the position of township clerk within the six townships in Will County that reside within the Illinois House 98th legislative district.
Jones Passes Measure Cracking Down on Attacks Targeting Places of Worship
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – People committing religiously-motivated hate crimes would face stricter punishments for targeting people in places of worship under a bill supported by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City.
Mussman to Host Town Hall in Roselle
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is hosting a town hall meeting on Tuesday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Village Hall in Roselle, located at 31 S. Prospect St. to discuss updates on legislation in Springfield and hear feedback from local residents.
Hoffman Passes Legislation in the House to Protect Critical Infrastructure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ power plants, waterlines and other critical utilities will be better secured under legislation passed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, increasing penalties on those who tamper with critical infrastructure. “The safety of our...
Mussman Backs Measure to Crack Down on Hate Crimes in Places of Worship
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to an increase in hate crimes across the country, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently backed legislation to increase penalties for hate crimes targeting places of worship in Illinois.
Lilly Passes Measure to Empower Parents, Bring Elected School Board to Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is fighting to give parents control of their local schools by passing legislation that changes Chicago’s appointed school board into an elected, representative school board that answers to local families and taxpayers instead of insiders.
Didech Announces Spring Holiday Food Drive
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – State Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is collaborating with the Vernon Township Food Pantry to collect canned and non-perishable food donations, including Kosher food for Passover, during the Passover and Easter holiday season.
Stuart to Hold Education Advisory Committee to Discuss Current Legislation
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To update local administrators, educators and parents on new legislation that will affect students and the education field, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host her next Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee on Wednesday, April 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Edwardsville Public Library, located at 112 S. Kansas St.
Willis, Welch Bill to Make Hospital Closure Harder Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, are continuing their push to keep Westlake Hospital open by passing legislation that makes it harder for wealthy health management companies to purchase local hospitals and then close down to pad profits.
Willis, Welch Bill to Make Hospital Closure Harder Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, are continuing their push to keep Westlake Hospital open by passing legislation that makes it harder for wealthy health management companies to purchase local hospitals and then close down to pad profits.
Stuart, Area Legislators Connect Job Seekers with Employers
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – Over the weekend, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, welcomed employers and job seekers to the Granite City Township Center for a job fair, which Stuart hosted in partnership with Metro-East area legislators state Rep. Monica Bristow, state Rep. Jay Hoffman and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe.