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Andrade Committed to Ensuring Open and Equal Internet Access
CHICAGO – In light of the recent expiration of the Obama-era net neutrality rules, which ensured open and equal access to the internet, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is urging action on the state and federal level to stop the roll back of net neutrality.
Manley-Backed Law Aims to Protect Consumers from Identity Theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to protect consumers’ personal information, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, supported a new law that will allow Illinois residents to freeze their credit at no charge.
Stuart Launches Petition Drive SIUE Fair Funding Efforts
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In light of recent decisions made by the SIU Board of Trustees to block additional funding for SIUE and oppose measures calling for a study into the fair allocation of state funds for the Carbondale and Edwardsville campuses, state Rep. Katie...
Scherer Encourages Fireworks Safe Practices as Fourth of July Holiday Approaches
DECATUR, Ill. – As the Fourth of July approaches, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting important safety tips to protect the wellbeing of families who plan to participate in fireworks displays.
Walsh Calls for Increased Transparency, Fiscal Responsibility from Governor’s Office
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to increase fiscal transparency in the governor’s office and state government, state Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Elwood, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign the Truth in Hiring Act into law.
Hernandez Urges Governor to Stand with Victims of Domestic Violence, Sign Legislation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In light of Donald Trump’s latest attack on victims of abuse and human trafficking seeking refuge in the United States, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is calling on Gov. Bruce Rauner to sign legislation that would establish state-level protections to ensure victims of domestic violence and other crimes already in the United States have fair and equal access to Nonimmigrant U and T visas.
Scherer Calls on Governor to Sign Bill to Promote Good Government and Transparency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure backed by Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, that would require the Governor to begin disclosing the full size of his budget and the cost of his staff was recently sent to the Governor’s desk. Scherer is calling on Rauner to sign the widely supported, bipartisan Truth in Hiring Act.
Manley Passes Legislation to Give Teachers More Tools to Provide Emotional Support to Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To provide school districts with more resources to address mental health issues that arise in the classroom, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, passed legislation that is now heading to the governor’s desk.
Mussman Calls on Governor to Sign Measure to Increase Minimum Age to Buy Tobacco Products
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help keep cigarettes and other tobacco products out of the hands of young adults, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, supported legislation to increase the age to buy tobacco products to 21.
Lilly Highlights One Summer Chicago Jobs Program for Young Adults
CHICAGO – Aiming to provide more opportunities for local youths over the summer months, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting the open enrollment period for One Summer Chicago’s summer jobs program to apply before spaces fill up.
Lilly’s Bill to Waive Charge on Freezing Credit Reports Becomes Law
CHICAGO – A measure sponsored by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, that aims to shield consumers from being charged excessive fees for freezing their credit reports is now law in Illinois.
Stuart Sponsors Bill to Protect Veteran Victims of Violence
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – In a bipartisan effort to protect Illinois veterans, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, recently introduced legislation to allow for additional penalties for assault and battery committed against a service member or veteran.
Harper Encourages Local Youth to Participate in One Summer Chicago Jobs Program
CHICAGO – To help kids stay active and learn valuable skills over the summer months, state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is encouraging local youth to apply for a summer job through the One Summer Chicago program.
Harper Speaks at Healthy Food Access Summit to Highlight Importance of Urban Agriculture
CHICAGO – In her efforts to increase awareness of the benefits of locally grown foods and combat the food desert crisis in South Side Chicago neighborhoods, state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, addressed attendees of the annual Healthy Food Access and Economic Development Summit.
Welch Promotes Newly Designated Opportunity Zone Status for Village of Maywood
HILLSIDE, Ill. – Following attempts to push Gov. Bruce Rauner to nominate Maywood, Bellwood and Broadview as new locations for private investment and future job growth, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is highlighting the potential success to come to the area.
Andrade Backs Effort to Address Child Welfare Worker Shortage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Due to high turnover and low retention rates for child welfare services jobs, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, recently supported a measure to investigate the causes and effects a worker shortage has on children in Illinois.
Manley Veterans Home Report Plan Passes General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure introduced by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, to require the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs to submit a biannual report on the health and of welfare of residents at veterans’ homes has passed both the House and Senate and will now be sent to the governor.
Manley Backs Measure to Make Reporting Sexual Harassment Complaints Easier
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In order to make sure sexual harassment and other ethics complaints are fully investigated at the State Capitol, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently supported legislation that increases accountability of the Legislative Inspector General (LIG) and the Legislative Ethics Committee (LEC).