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Welch Seeks Community Input on Legislative Ideas for Upcoming Session
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is encouraging residents to submit new ideas for legislation for the upcoming General Assembly session next month. Welch plans on taking these ideas to file new potential laws for Illinois.
Crespo Hosts Resource Fair, Provides Vital State Services to Local Seniors
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, recently hosted his second Senior Resource Fair with the secretary of state’s office, attorney general’s office and the treasurer’s office, bringing vital state resources to the residents of Poplar Creek Village.
Walsh-Supported Law to Protect Residents with Pre-existing Conditions to Take Effect Jan. 1
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As President Donald Trump and Washington politicians continue debating changes to federal healthcare policy, a new law sponsored by state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, and taking effect Jan. 1, 2018, will ensure all individuals with pre-existing conditions will continue to have access to health insurance in Illinois, regardless of changes made at the federal level.
Andrade Encourages Community to Submit Legislative Ideas
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is welcoming input from local residents, business leaders and community organizations on legislation they would like to see drafted and implemented during the coming year.
Jones Disappointed in Rauner’s Betrayal of Taxpayers
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – In response to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s support of the congressional Republican tax bill being rushed through Congress, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is expressing disappointment in the governor’s refusal to stand up for the middle-class.
Latino Caucus Urges Governor to Stand with Dreamers, Demand Passage of DREAM Act
CHICAGO – With the end of Congress’ scheduled session just a few days away, state Rep. Fred Crespo, co-chair of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus, issued the following statement urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to stand with Illinois’ 42,000 Dreamers and demand Congress protect law-abiding residents from deportation by passing the DREAM (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors) Act:
Following Legionnaires Outbreak, Veteran Lawmakers Demand Rauner Provide Better Care for Illinois Veterans
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia, D-Aurora, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, state Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Smithton, and state Rep. Al Riley, D-Olympia Fields, are demanding a full investigation and legislative hearings into why Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration has not taken aggressive action to provide better care for veterans living in state-run veteran homes and to prevent them from dying from avoidable diseases.
Harper Speaks Out on School Closings, Demands Action from Chicago Public Schools
CHICAGO – Following the announcement from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) to close four high schools in the city’s South Side, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is demanding that more resources and attention be paid to black communities who have been needlessly struggled as a result of failed CPS leadership.
Mussman Works to End Illinois’ Substitute Teacher Shortage
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is highlighting a new reimbursement opportunity that eliminates a costly application and licensing fee on those seeking to become substitute teachers across Illinois.
Manley Visits with Seniors at Troy Township Senior Fair
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently attended the second annual Troy Township Senior Fair, providing an update to seniors about the work she is doing on their behalf in Springfield.
DeLuca: Free Legal Support Services Now Available to Illinois Veterans
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – Illinois veterans, active-duty service members, reservists and their dependents will be able to access free legal help for consumer, housing and family law issues through a statewide hotline and network of legal support services launched earlier this month, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, highlighted today.
Following Legionnaires Outbreak, Veteran Lawmakers Demand Rauner Provide Better Care for Illinois Veterans
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia, D-Aurora, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, state Rep. Jerry Costello, D-Smithton, and state Rep. Al Riley, D-Olympia Fields, are demanding a full investigation and legislative hearings into why Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration has not taken aggressive action to provide better care for veterans living in state-run veteran homes and to prevent them from dying from avoidable diseases.
Mussman Urges Constituents to Sign Up for Healthcare Before Deadline
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging residents who lack health insurance coverage to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace at HealthCare.gov by this Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 to receive healthcare for the 2018 calendar year.
Stuart Joins Edwardsville District 7 to Recognize Local First Responders
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, joined students and faculty of Edwardsville School District 7 to recognize local first responders at a luncheon this week.
Harper Asks Residents to Submit Bill Ideas for New 2018 Session
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is seeking input from residents on new legislative ideas for the upcoming legislative session this January.
Jones Encourages Veterans to Utilize New Free Legal Services Hotline
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is highlighting a new legal assistance hotline which can help Illinois veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, and their dependents with matters including consumer, housing, and family law.
Manley Asks Residents to Share their Ideas for New Laws
JOLIET, Ill. – As she prepares for the new legislative session, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging local residents to share their ideas for new laws to improve Illinois.
Welch, Ford to Host “New Year, New You” Health and Fitness Event
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, and state Rep. LaShawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, are partnering to invite residents to a free “New Year, New You” health and fitness event on Saturday, Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lindop School, located at 2400 S. 18th Ave. in Broadview.