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Mason Invites Residents to Join Illinois Beach State Park Clean-Up Effort
ZION, Ill. – To keep its shoreline safe and ready for summer, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is asking community members to join her in cleaning up litter at Illinois Beach State Park, located at 1 Lake Front Dr. in Zion on Sunday, April 14 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Mason, who currently serves on the Energy and Environment committee, has enjoyed bringing her family to this state park for years.
Lilly Measure Raising Tobacco Age to 21 Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly’s, D-Chicago, bipartisan legislation to raise the age to buy tobacco products to 21 is now law after it was signed yesterday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Passes Measure Cracking Down on Violence Targeting Religious Institutions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is combatting the rise in religiously-motivated hate crimes by passing tough new punishments on criminals who target worshipers at churches, synagogues, mosques and other religious houses.
Hoffman Visits Franklin Elementary School to Greet Local Students in Belleville
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, visited Franklin Elementary School last week to meet and speak with local students in Belleville.
State Rep. Walker’s Office to Host Extended, Satellite Office Hours
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – To answer questions about state issues and help residents navigate state agencies, staff of state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, will host satellite office hours beginning Wednesday, April 3 at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library, and Thursday, April 18 at the Mount Prospect Public Library from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Mah Introduces Measure to Initiate Census Outreach
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – One year ahead of the 2020 Census, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure that would help ensure a complete and accurate count of everyone living in Illinois.
Didech Invites Residents to Share Thoughts at “Donuts with Dan” Event in Wheeling
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 “Donuts with Dan” event on Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m. in the Cook Room at Indian Trails Public Library, located at 355 Schoenbeck Rd. in Wheeling.
West’s Office Offering Free Resume Writing Assistance to Residents
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Drawing on his background as the director of career development at Rockford University, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, is encouraging residents with questions about how to create or update their resume to schedule an appointment with his office.
Jones’ Bill Seeks to Combat Hate Speech with Mobile Tolerance Education Buses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is proposing a bill which would combat hate crimes and racial prejudice by funding mobile tolerance education centers for students across Illinois.
Yednock Raises Awareness During Child Abuse Prevention Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help raise awareness of child abuse and ways to prevent it, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, is sharing important resources on preventing and stopping child abuse during the month of April, which is recognized nationally as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
West Supported Effort to Remove Statute of Limitations on Sex Crimes Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, to remove the statute of limitations for cases involving criminal sexual assault of an adult passed the House Friday and now moves to the Senate for consideration.
Mason Passes Fraud Protection Measure for Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help protect senior citizens from door-to-door scams, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, passed legislation this week giving consumers over the age of 65 up to 15 days to cancel certain contracts.
Kifowit Honors Army Veteran Raising Awareness About Human Trafficking Through 189-Mile March
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently welcomed Army Veteran Jordan Mitchell of Monee to the state Capitol, culminating Mitchell’s 189-mile, five-day ruck march to Springfield to raise awareness of human trafficking and funds to assist survivors.
Hoffman Meets with Illinois State Police Director to Discuss Rising Collision Rates
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, met with Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly this week to discuss the risks police officers face during routine highway patrol traffic stops and efforts that should be pursued to address the rise in collisions.
Mason to Host Open House at District Office
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, will be holding an open house at her district office at 36100 Brookside Drive, Suite LL 60 in Gurnee on Saturday, April 13 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Slaughter Measure to Create Jobs and Enhance Water Infrastructure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation to create the Clean Water Workforce Pipeline Program that would prepare and support individuals seeking a career in Illinois’ water infrastructure.
Mussman Calls on DeVos to Strengthen Sexual Assault Protections for College Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to U.S Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos’ efforts to weaken protections for students against sexual assault, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, has introduced a measure calling on the Trump administration to create policies that curb harassment and assault on college campuses.
Slaughter Backs Elected Chicago School Board
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, supported legislation to give local parents a voice in their children’s education by requiring members of the Chicago School Board to be elected by local residents.