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Harper Law Expands Access to Fresh Food for Low-Income Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, expands access to fresh and healthy foods for low-income residents. “Many people throughout my district and across Illinois do not have good access to healthy and nutritious foods, which...
Manley Offers Shred Day to Help Residents to Safely Destroy Sensitive Documents
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is partnering with state Sen. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, D-Shorewood, to host a free Community Shred Day in Romeoville. “We are just learning about a huge data breach at Equifax that will affect millions of people...
Kifowit: Rauner Abandons Students By Choosing to Protect Predatory Loan Companies
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is criticizing Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of legislation that would protect students against predatory lenders by creating a Student Loan Bill of Rights. “I am disappointed by Governor Rauner’s decision to...
Mussman Bill to Protect Victims of Sexual Assault Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation co-sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, establishing a statewide commission to ensure that all evidence in assault cases is tested in a timely manner was recently signed into law. The new law equips law enforcement...
Welch Hosts Women’s Self Defense Seminar
MAYWOOD, Ill. – Over the weekend, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, partnered with retired state police officer Larry Lindenman for a Women’s Defense Seminar to provide area women with self-defense techniques. “Violent crimes can happen to anyone at any...
Walsh: Rauner Putting Corporate Profits over the Rights of Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Joliet, is urging his colleagues in the General Assembly to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of legislation that would provide protect students against predatory lenders by creating a Student Loan Bill of Rights. “I am...
Jones Organizing Donation Drive for Victims of Hurricane Harvey
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, state Rep. Will Davis, D-East Hazel Crest, and state Sen. Napoleon Harris, III, D-Harvey, are encouraging residents to donate supplies for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Donations of bottled water,...
Scherer’s Property Tax Appeal Seminar Brings Out Local Homeowners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help provide local homeowners with information and assistance on appealing property taxes, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, partnered with the Macon County Supervisor of Assessments office to host a free property tax appeal seminar. “As I...
Hoffman Measure to Crack Down on Human Trafficking of Minors Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Under a new law sponsored by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, individuals suspected of human trafficking will no longer be able to evade prosecution in cases involving minors due to a legal loophole. “It’s unconscionable to think that an...
Stuart to Host Job Fair at N.O. Nelson Campus in Edwardsville
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help local residents struggling to find work, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will host a free Job Fair in partnership with the Illinois Department of Employment Security at the Lewis and Clark Community College N.O. Nelson campus...
Hoffman: Rauner Veto Of Workers Compensation Reforms Puts Corporate Profits Over Local Employers And Injured Workers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement following Governor Rauner’s recent veto of his workers’ compensation measure that reduces costs for Illinois businesses while protecting the well-being of workers injured on the job:...
Manley Visits with Seniors at Community Health Fair
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently joined seniors from across the community at the Guardians of Golden Agers Resource Festival in Joliet. “Seniors hold a special place in our community,” Manley said. “We have a responsibility to do everything...
Mussman’s Bill to Preserve Pre-Existing Condition Protections Now Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Legislation co-sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, which would allow residents to keep their health insurance coverage, particularly if they have a pre-existing condition and regardless of changes to healthcare policy on the...
Andrade Legislation Protecting Pre-Existing Conditions Becomes Law
CHICAGO – Legislation backed by state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, aimed at protecting the 1.3 million Illinoisans who would lose their health insurance under President Trump’s proposed healthcare changes—particularly if they have a pre-existing condition—was...
Manley Urges Governor to Sign Legislation to Update State Website with More Information to Help Fight Heroin Abuse
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation that will create a more a comprehensive website with tools and resources to educate the public about the dangers of heroin. “The heroin and opioid crisis continues to...
Stuart Visits New Offices of Local Business
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – On break from session in Springfield, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has been taking the time to visit local businesses in the community, recently touring Donco Electrical Construction LLC in Edwardsville. “I think one of the best things...
Connor Joins Residents, Fellow Lawmakers in Town Hall Discussion
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Following an eventful summer session that has seen a resolution to the budget crisis and passage of education funding reform, state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, joined local members of the Illinois General Assembly for a discussion with residents...
Walsh-Supported Legislation Cracking Down on Hate Crimes Now Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Joliet, to crack down on hate crimes against houses of worship and increases penalties for those convicted of committing hate crimes was recently signed into law. “Hate has no place in our country and...