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In Wake of Las Vegas Massacre, Jones Supports Proposal to Ban Military-Style Assault Weapons
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – In response to the tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is backing a measure to ban assault weapons and “bump-stock” trigger modification devices that increase the deadliness of lawful weapons. “Time and...
Local Veterans Invited to Veteran Appreciation Breakfast
JOLIET, Ill. – In appreciation for the service and sacrifice of our area veterans, state Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Elwood, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, state Sen. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, D-Shorewood, and state Sen. Pat McGuire, D-Joliet, are hosting a Veteran...
Andrade Connects Over 200 Residents with Free Flu Shots
CHICAGO – Offering residents the opportunity to protect themselves and their loved ones from the seasonal flu, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, partnered with Ald. Deb Mell, D-Chicago, and state Sen. Iris Martinez, D-Chicago, to offer a free flu clinic for local...
Mussman Responds to Veto Override Vote on Sensible Debt Transparency Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, issued the following statement after the Illinois House of Representatives unanimously voted to override Rauner’s veto of bipartisan legislation aimed at improving how state agencies report their finances:...
Welch Supports Override of Debt Transparency Veto
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is calling on his colleagues in the General Assembly to override Gov. Rauner’s veto of legislation that would provide taxpayers with greater insight into Illinois’ unpaid bills and state debt. “When...
Crespo Responds to House Override of Debt Transparency Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, issued the following statement after the House voted unanimously to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of the bipartisan Debt Transparency Act: “Gov. Bruce Rauner often talks about the need for good...
Walsh Votes to Override Gov. Rauner’s Veto of Debt Transparency Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to reports that Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration has waiting failed to submit billions of dollars in bills for payment, forcing taxpayers to foot the bill for late payment penalties, state Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Joliet, voted to override...
Kifowit Votes to Override Governor Rauner’s Veto of Pay Equity Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, joined a bipartisan effort to s Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of legislation designed to crack down on wage discrimination. The measure Kifowit voted to enact over the governor veto will require businesses to pay...
Hernandez Condemns Gov. Rauner for Defunding Immigrant Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, member of the Latino Caucus, issued the following statement after Gov. Bruce Rauner unilaterally zeroed out appropriated funding for Welcoming Centers and cut funding for Immigrant Integration...
Lilly Fights for More Resources for Area Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Local students will have more resources available to them because of the new school funding formula that was supported by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Oak Park. “As a legislator, my number one priority has been to provide students in Illinois with...
Mussman Reads to Kindergartners at Campanelli Elementary School
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – As part of national Read for the Record Day, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, read a story about understanding and acceptance to a kindergarten class at Schaumburg’s Campanelli Elementary School on Thursday. “My favorite part about reading...
Rep. Mah Fights for Students’ Rights, Urges Override of Rauner’s Veto of Loan Transparency Measure
CHICAGO – With Republican Governor Bruce Rauner’s recent veto of a measure to ensure transparency and protect Illinoisans with student loan debt, a co-sponsor of the bill, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is calling on all members of the General Assembly to override...
Scherer: Students Deserve Protection from Predatory Loan Companies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is calling for an override of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of an initiative from the Attorney General’s office that would establish a Student Loan Bill of Rights and other safeguards to protect students from predatory...
Manley Joins Community in Fight to End Alzheimer’s Disease
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recent joined members from across the community to raise awareness and money for research at Joliet’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. “Over the past few years, the lack of a state budget cut care for individuals with...
Manley Updates Residents on School Funding Formula
JOLIET, Ill. – At a recent Coffee and Conversation, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, provided Valley View School District 365U Superintendent James Mitchem and School Board Secretary Debbie Sykora with an update on the new school funding formula. “The new school...
Harper to Host Trauma Response Course, Teaching Bystanders Life-Saving Techniques
CHICAGO – Community residents will have the opportunity to learn how to assist victims of gun violence by participating in a Chicago Trauma First Responder Course that is being hosted by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, and Dr. Mamta Swaroop, Associate Professor of...
Walsh Calls On Colleagues To Reject Rauner Corporate Agenda, Ban State Investment In Offshore Tax Havens
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Joliet, is urging his colleagues in the House to override Governor Rauner’s veto of legislation that forbids the state to contract with or invest in corporations that are hiding profits overseas to avoid paying state...
Jones-Backed Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Measure Signed into Law
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Law enforcement will no longer be able to take an individual’s property without just cause under new civil asset forfeiture guidelines recently signed into law and supported by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City. “This measure is a great...