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Scherer Invites Residents to Free Job Fair
Dear Editor, With the current state of the economy, many people are struggling to find jobs and secure a steady income. To address high unemployment rates and help connect members of the community with local employers, I am partnering with Workforce Investment...
Harper Urges Governor to Sign Debt Transparency Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois’ estimated bill backlog sits at a record $14.3 billion, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation that would reform how state agencies manage their finances and reveal the full extent of the...
Harper Urges Governor to Sign Education Funding Bill
Dear Editor, As a single mother, I want my child to have the best education possible here in our community. I hear the same concern when I talk to parents each and every day. All children, regardless of their zip code, deserve a high quality education, which starts...
Hernandez Responds to Governor Rauner’s Rejection of Education Funding Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, issued the following statement after Governor Rauner vetoed an education funding reform plan that would have implemented a data driven school funding formula based on student need: “Students in my...
Andrade Issues Statement On Governor’s Veto Of Senate Bill 1
CHICAGO – In response to Governor Rauner’s veto of education funding reform, Senate Bill 1, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, released the following statement: “I am extremely disappointed with the governor’s decision to veto this proposal that would have increased...
Mussman: Secretary DeVos Wrong to Ignore Campus Sexual Assault
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – In an effort to prioritize the safety and well-being of college students in Illinois and across the country, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, has introduced a measure calling on U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to immediately stop...
Walsh-Backed Measure to Preserve Vehicle Registration Reminders Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, to help save taxpayer dollars and ensure motorists continue receiving vehicle registration reminders in the mail recently passed the House. “Many drivers are used to receiving vehicle...
Stuart to Discuss Local and State Issues at Neighborhood Coffee Shops
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. –State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville will continue to host constituent meetings at local coffee shops in the community to talk to residents about issues facing the state. “During this summer’s special session, my House Bill 643 was signed into...
Hernandez Urges Governor to Back Education Funding Reform, Emphasizes Impact on English Learners
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to ensuring every child has the tools necessary to succeed, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, member of the Latino Caucus, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign Senate Bill 1 into law once it arrives on his desk. “A quality...
Hoffman Calls on Governor Rauner to Sign Measure To Increase Transparency of State’s Bills
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois’ estimated bill backlog sits at a record $14.3 billion, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation that would reform how state agencies manage their finances and reveal the full extent of the...
Andrade Urges Rauner to Sign Automatic Voter Registration Legislation
CHICAGO – Continuing his efforts to fight for more inclusive voter registration laws, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is urging Governor Rauner to sign legislation allowing Illinois residents to automatically register to vote when they renew their driver’s...
Hoffman Urges Governor to Sign Measure Protecting Workers’ Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to sign legislation that works to protect the rights of working men and women across Illinois. “As the chair of the House Labor Committee, protecting workers’ ability to negotiate fair...
Manley Backs Measure to Stop Wage Discrimination, Urges Governor to Sign it into Law
JOLIET Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation that would end pay discrimination by preventing employers from inquiring about a person’s past wages. “For far too long women and minorities have been paid far below their...
Mussman Urges Governor to Sign Bill to Help Safeguard Life Insurance Beneficiaries
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is urging Gov. Rauner to sign legislation requiring life insurance companies to inspect their records and pay beneficiaries the life insurance policy benefits to which they are entitled. “In some cases,...
Manley Urges Governor to Sign Legislation to Allow Prosecution of Out of State Drug Dealers
JOLIET, Ill. – To provide law enforcement officials with an additional tool to fight the growing heroin epidemic, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation that allows prosecutors to charge out-of-state drug dealers when...
Crespo Urges Governor to Compromise on Education Funding Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As a key player for ensuring Bilingual Education would be fully funded for the upcoming school year, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign Senate Bill 1 into law once it arrives on his desk. “As the Chairman...
Scherer Introduces Legislation to Safeguard Students from Lead Exposure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to lead testing that identified service and plumbing lines in twelve Decatur school buildings that pose a threat to students, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, has introduced a measure calling on Governor Rauner and the Trump...
Kifowit and Holmes Hosting Discussion to Set the Record Straight on Recent State News
AURORA, Ill. – In response to false and misleading partisan spin about the bipartisan budget compromise, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is inviting area residents to hear the truth at a “What Is Really Happening In Springfield?” discussion on Saturday, Aug....