Latest Updates:
Hernandez to Host Personal Finances Workshop at Morton College
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is teaming up with the Attorney General’s office, and the Comptroller’s office to help students prepare for life after college. She will be hosting a Managing Student Loan Debt and Finances Workshop on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Morton College, located at 3801 S Central Ave in Cicero.
Lilly-Backed Law Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions Takes Effect
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As of Jan. 1, individual or group accidental health insurance coverage companies are prohibited from imposing pre-existing condition exclusions under a new law supported by State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Oak Park.
Scherer’s Event to Help People Save on Taxes
DECATUR, Ill. – To help people in the community save more on their state income taxes this coming April, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is hosting a state income tax seminar on Tuesday, Feb. 13th starting at 5 p.m. at the Richland Community Colleges Shilling Education Center, located at 1 College Park in Decatur.
Kifowit Explores Hydroponic Farming Potential in Illinois
ROCHELLE, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, toured the “Mighty Vine” tomato growhouse in Rochelle as part of her ongoing initiative to find ways the state can expand its economic base through innovative businesses.
Walsh to Host Free Utility Bill Clinic
JOLIET, Ill. – To help residents save money on their monthly utility and phone bills, state Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Joliet, and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) are partnering to host a free Utility Bill Clinic on Tuesday, Feb 20 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Will County Senior Center, located at 251 N. Center St. in Joliet.
Lilly-Backed Law Increasing Penalties for Hate Crime Takes Effect
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, will crack down on hate crimes against houses of worship increasing penalties for those convicted of committing hate crimes and allowing victims to receive greater financial compensation.
Crespo to Governor: $7.11 Billion in Unaccounted Medicaid Bills are not ‘Fake News’
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, issued the following statement after Gov. Bruce Rauner falsely claimed that the findings in the Illinois auditor general’s report were fundamentally inaccurate:
Stuart Reads to Children at Maryville Library
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. –State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, visited the Maryville Community Library last week to read to children during storytime and participate in their arts and crafts session.
Jones Introduces Bill to Help Homeless Shelters
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, has introduced legislation to provide additional funding to homeless shelters.
Lilly Introduces Legislation Aiming to Reduce Teen Tobacco Use
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of Illinois’ comprehensive smoke-free air law, state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, introduced legislation to further commit to reducing tobacco use amongst Illinoisans.
Hernandez Responds to Governor’s Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, released the following statement after the Governor Rauner’s State of the State Address:
Hoffman: State of the State Address Doesn’t Restore Faith in Governor’s Leadership
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – In the moments after the governor’s State of the State address, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, released the following statement:
Stuart Invites Residents to Coffee with Katie at Conway’s Catering Co.
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To update constituents on the discussions during the first few weeks of the legislative session, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting local residents to join her for Coffee with Katie at Conway’s Catering Company located at 2112 S. Center St.in Maryville on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Evans Responds to Governor’s Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State Address to the General Assembly, state Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, released the following statement:
Lilly Calls on Governor to Put Illinois Families First
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement today in response to Governor Bruce Rauner’s State of the State Address:
Harper: Governor’s Plan Doesn’t Move State Forward
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, shared the following after the governor’s State of the State Address:
Rep. Mah Responds to Rauner’s State of State Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, issued the following statement in response to the governor’s State of the State Address:
Scherer Reacts to State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to Governor Rauner’s State of the State Address, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, issued the following statement: