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Gordon-Booth Proposes Two New Vocational Academies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To expand educational opportunities for Illinois students, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is sponsoring legislation to create new vocational education academies across the state.
Manley Introduces Bill to Stop Political “Double Dipping”
JOLIET, Ill. – Concerned about good government and transparency, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has introduced legislation prohibiting local elected officials from hiring themselves in a position they oversee.
State Rep. West Proposal Would Highlight Student Participation in Job Shadowing, Vocational Training
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of an effort to highlight the need for students to receive real world training, state Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a measure that would require the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to include on school report cards whether the school offered vocational training opportunities, as well as the most current data on the percentage of students who participated in job shadowing and completed an internship.
Yednock Legislation Designates Lone Star Quarry as Fossil Park
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, has introduced legislation designating and protecting the former Lone Star Quarry as a site for individuals and groups digging for fossils.
Andrade Joins Effort to Teach Meaning of Consent to Students
CHICAGO – Committed to continue working to create a better culture for students in school and beyond, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is joining House Democratic colleagues to support legislation aimed at teaching the meaning of consent.
Scherer, Child Welfare Committee to Hold Hearing Examining DCFS and Death of Decatur Child
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, and members of the House’s top child welfare committee will examine the tragic case of Ta’naja Barnes, a two-year-old child from Decatur, and the response of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) at a hearing on Tuesday, March 5 at 2 p.m. in room 122B in the Capitol.
Mussman Invites Local Women to 8th Annual Hidden Gems Event
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To celebrate the untold stories of women living in local communities and to highlight Women’s History Month, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, will be hosting her 8th Annual Hidden Gems in Our Community meeting.
Walker Proudly Recognizes March as Social Worker Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a co-sponsor of House Resolution 70 declaring March Social Worker Month, state Representative Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, joins the rest of the state in recognizing the many dedicated social workers who greatly improve our communities.
Slaughter Resolution Calls for Increased Funding for Early Education
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting a resolution calling for expanded access to high-quality preschool and early education for children and increased funding to help build and renovate preschool classrooms across Illinois.
Gong-Gershowitz Introduces Bill to Strengthen Background Checks, Prevent those with Violent Pasts from Obtaining Firearms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To strengthen background checks for firearm purchases, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, introduced a bill to require applicants to provide fingerprints when applying for a state license.
Walker Backs Clean Energy Jobs Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reflecting his commitment to fighting climate change and investing in renewable energy jobs, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently announced his support for a proposed Clean Energy Jobs Act (CEJA).
Stuart Leads Effort to Recognize Dystonia Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Sept. 2019 will be recognized as Dystonia Awareness Month in Illinois, thanks to a newly adopted resolution sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, calling attention to the third most common movement disorder.
Kifowit Advances Measure to Give Students A Voice in Government
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois’ future leaders will have a say on some of the major issues facing the state under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, creating a statewide Youth Advisory Council, which was approved by a House committee on Wednesday.
Mussman to Host Town Hall Meeting in Hanover Park
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is hosting a town hall meeting on Monday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hanover Park Police Department located at 2011 W. Lake St. to discuss constituent concerns and legislation in Springfield.
Scherer Legislation Studies Student Credit Card Debt
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help combat predatory lending against college students, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is sponsoring legislation to study student credit card debt and the way students are targeted by credit card companies.
Didech Sponsors Legislation to Curb Youth Tobacco Use
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – In an effort to promote public health in Illinois, state Rep. Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, is backing legislation to raise the required age to purchase tobacco products in Illinois from 18 to 21.
Manley Plan Would Automatically Renew Property Tax Exemption for Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To make it easier for seniors to save money on property taxes, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has introduced legislation that would allow seniors who have qualified for the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption to not have to reapply for it annually statewide.
Mason Advocates for Pathway into Cybersecurity Industry for Veterans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To improve and expand the professional opportunities available to military veterans, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, introduced legislation that would provide them with a path to specialize in the cybersecurity field.