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Hernandez Urges Gov. Rauner to Call on Congress to Pass DREAM Act
CICERO, Ill. – With Congress nearing the end of its scheduled session, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to call on his fellow Republicans in Washington to help pass the DREAM (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors) Act before leaving town for the holidays:
Scherer Recognizes Local Students for Art Work Displayed at Capitol
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting the art work of local students throughout her district who had the opportunity to display their paintings and poster designs in the Capitol.
Stuart to Host Income Tax Savings Seminar
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help local taxpayers understand state tax exemptions and credits and learn ways to potentially save more of what they earn this tax season, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting an income tax informational seminar on Friday, Jan. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Main Street Community Center, located at 1003 N. Main St. in Edwardsville.
Walsh Encourages Families to Review Toy Safety Guide
JOLIET, Ill. – As friends and family begin their holiday shopping, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is encouraging families to take extra precautions to protect young children from potentially dangerous toys.
Kifowit Recommends Parents Review Annual Toy Safety Guide before Holiday Shopping
AURORA, Ill. – With the holiday season upon us, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is encouraging parents to avoid purchasing dangerous products for their children and to take appropriate precautions when giving toys with small pieces that can be choking hazards.
Walsh-Backed Law Bringing Justice to Victims of Hate Crimes to Take Effect
JOLIET, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, to crack down on hate crimes against houses of worship and increase penalties for those convicted of committing hate crimes will take effect Jan. 1, 2018.
Stuart Attends Opening of Alma Irene Aitch STEM Center
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Earlier this week, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, attended the opening of the new STEM Center in Edwardsville, dedicated to Alma Irene Aitch, a former educator of Mannie Jackson, the President of the Center for the Humanities.
Scherer-Backed Measure to Cut Fees for New Entrepreneurs Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation supported by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, to assist first time business owners by waiving state fees is now law following a vote to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto.
Crespo Highlights Bilingual Education Funding at Latino Caucus Town Hall, Recognized at Annual Statewide Bilingual Conference
CHICAGO – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, highlighted efforts to ensure full-funding of bilingual education at the Illinois’ Latino Caucus’ Town Hall Meeting.
Mussman Serves as Principal for a Day at Horizon Elementary
HANOVER PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently accepted an invitation to participate in School District U-46’s Principal for a Day program at Hanover Park’s Horizon Elementary School with Principal Jennifer Schwardt.
Harper Backs Effort to Withdraw Illinois from Trump’s Phony Voter Fraud Commission
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is demanding Illinois withdraw from Donald Trump’s sham election commission which puts residents’ personal information in jeopardy and could lead to millions of legal voters being denied the right to vote in order to justify Trump’s brazen lies about voter fraud.
Kifowit-Supported Bill to Alleviate State Substitute Teacher Shortage Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – A proposal to remove cost barriers for substitute teachers, backed by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is now law in an effort to address the state shortage of substitute educators.
Walsh Recognizes St. Paul’s Baseball Team on Winning State Title
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, recently recognized St. Paul the Apostle’s baseball team on winning the Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) 1A state title.
Rep. Mah, Commissioner Cabonargi to Host Property Tax Appeal Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, and Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Michael Cabonargi are offering local residents an opportunity to potentially cut their property tax bills before the upcoming appeal deadline at a Property Tax Appeal Workshop Thursday at the Pui Tak Center in Chinatown.
Mussman Asks for Legislative Ideas from Residents
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging local residents to submit ideas for new laws or changes to current ones for the upcoming 2018 legislative session in January.
Welch Encourages Holiday Shoppers to Review Annual Toy Safety Guide
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is encouraging consumers to avoid purchasing hazardous products over the upcoming holiday season following the recent release of Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s 2017 Safe Shopping Guide.
Kifowit-Backed Plan to Reduce New Business Fees Becomes Law
AURORA, Ill. – A proposal supported by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, to reduce start-up fees for small businesses is now law after an override of the governor’s veto.
Jones Recommends Parents Review Annual Toy Safety Guide before Holiday Shopping
CALUMET CITY, Ill. –As local families begin their holiday shopping, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is encouraging parents to avoid purchasing dangerous products for their children and to take appropriate precautions when giving fidget spinners and other toys with small pieces that can be choking hazards.