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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.
Latino Caucus Urges Governor to Stand with Dreamers, Demand Passage of DREAM Act
CHICAGO – With the end of Congress’ scheduled session just a few days away, state Rep. Fred Crespo, co-chair of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus, issued the following statement urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to stand with Illinois’ 42,000 Dreamers and demand Congress protect law-abiding residents from deportation by passing the DREAM (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors) Act:
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.
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.