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Scherer Seeks Ideas for Legislation from Area Residents
DECATUR, Ill. – With the spring legislative session set to begin next month, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is reaching out to constituents for suggestions on potential legislation.
Harper Encourages Women to Attend Self-Defense Seminar
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is partnering with retired state police officer Larry Lindenman to offer local women a Self-Defense Seminar to learn self-defense techniques on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Sherman Park, located at 5440 South Racine Avenue in Chicago.
Mussman Encourages Teens to Register as Organ Donors in 2018
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Starting Jan. 1, 16 and 17 year olds will have the opportunity to potentially save lives by becoming registered organ donors when legislation co-sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, takes effect.
Rep. Mah Encourages Residents to Present Legislative Ideas
CHICAGO – With the Illinois General Assembly gearing up to start the Spring Legislative Session in January, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is encouraging constituents to present legislative ideas that they would like to see implemented as laws in the State of Illinois.
DECATUR, 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 recently launched statewide hotline and network of legal support services that state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting.
Hoffman Introduces Legislation in Response to Deaths at Illinois Veterans’ Home
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the deaths of 13 veterans at a state-run veterans’ home in Quincy, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, introduced legislation Wednesday urging Gov. Rauner’s administration to provide a comprehensive report to the General Assembly examining the facility’s handling of multiple Legionnaire’s disease outbreaks over a two-year period.
Scherer: Free Legal Support Services Now Available to Illinois Veterans
DECATUR, 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 recently launched statewide hotline and network of legal support services that state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting.
Manley Reads to Students at Jefferson Elementary School
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently visited with 4th graders at Jefferson Elementary School in Joliet to answer questions from students and discuss the legislative process.
Rep. Andrade, Chairman of Illinois House Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, & IT Committee, Outraged Over Trump’s FCC Ruling to End Net Neutrality Safeguards
CHICAGO – Following the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) vote to eliminate Obama-era internet protections for consumers, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is calling on Congress to stand up to President Donald Trump and the FCC and overrule the decision.
Manley to Host Tax Seminars to Help Residents Receive State Tax Exemptions
JOLIET, Ill. – Before local residents have to file their state tax returns, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet will be hosting a series of income tax seminars to discuss the various tax credits and exemptions available.
Rep. Mah Supports DREAMers Club Fundraiser at Back of the Yards High School
CHICAGO – With days counting down until Congress has to make a decision on the DREAM (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors) Act, DREAMers throughout the country are scrambling for support and funding for the worst case scenario in Washington DC. As a way to provide assistance, State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is supporting and spreading awareness about a fundraiser to help current DACA recipients.
Kifowit-Sponsored Law Increasing Hate Crime Protections Set to Take Effect
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law sponsored by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, 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.
Harper-Backed Bill to Address Educator Shortage Becomes Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago is highlighting a new measure that will address Illinois’ substitute teacher shortages by waiving a licensing fee, allowing more people interested in teaching to follow their passion.
Welch Seeks Community Input on Legislative Ideas for Upcoming Session
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is encouraging residents to submit new ideas for legislation for the upcoming General Assembly session next month. Welch plans on taking these ideas to file new potential laws for Illinois.
Crespo Hosts Resource Fair, Provides Vital State Services to Local Seniors
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, recently hosted his second Senior Resource Fair with the secretary of state’s office, attorney general’s office and the treasurer’s office, bringing vital state resources to the residents of Poplar Creek Village.
Walsh-Supported Law to Protect Residents with Pre-existing Conditions to Take Effect Jan. 1
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As President Donald Trump and Washington politicians continue debating changes to federal healthcare policy, a new law sponsored by state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, and taking effect Jan. 1, 2018, will ensure all individuals with pre-existing conditions will continue to have access to health insurance in Illinois, regardless of changes made at the federal level.
Andrade Encourages Community to Submit Legislative Ideas
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is welcoming input from local residents, business leaders and community organizations on legislation they would like to see drafted and implemented during the coming year.
Jones Disappointed in Rauner’s Betrayal of Taxpayers
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – In response to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s support of the congressional Republican tax bill being rushed through Congress, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is expressing disappointment in the governor’s refusal to stand up for the middle-class.