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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.
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.