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Stuart Urges Override of Governor’s Veto of Debt Transparency Act
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Frustrated by recent news reports that Gov. Rauner’s agencies have failed to submit $7.5 billion in unpaid bills for payment, masking the state’s true debt crisis, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is again urging lawmakers to override the...
Walsh Urges Colleagues to Override Gov. Rauner’s Veto of Pro-Worker’s Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is criticizing Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of a bill that would have protected working men and women in Illinois by preserving their right to collectively bargain. “Working people’s right to negotiate as a group...
In Response to Equifax Breach, Kifowit Pushing Legislation to Help Consumers Protect Their Credit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to assist the 5.4 million Illinois residents who have been effected by the Equifax data breach state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is cosponsoring legislation to prevent credit agencies from charging consumers more for taking steps...
Manley Visits with Local Police, Fire Departments
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, visited with members of the Romeoville Police and Fire Departments at a local Coffee with a Cop event. The event was free and open to the public and allowed residents the opportunity to get meet first responders...
Crespo: Gov. Rauner’s Veto Helps Companies Get Rich off the Backs of Students
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, responded to Gov. Bruce Rauner vetoing legislation that would’ve protected student borrowers from loan servicers who mislead borrowers about the options available to avoid default and lower their monthly...
Andrade Raises Awareness of Anti-Domestic Violence Efforts
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jamie Andrade, D-Chicago, is inviting residents to join him and domestic violence campaigners nationally to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. “It’s important to recognize the absolutely essential services that domestic...
Harper’s New Law to Restore Trust Between Underserved Communities and Police
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new law that will protect people from having their personal property unfairly seized by law enforcement during pullovers and security checks. “Many residents in my community have lost trust...
Manley: School Reform Measure Brings Stability, Additional Funding to Local Schools
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting changes to the school formula that provides stability for school districts by providing additional funding for schools based on their needs. “Over time our communities change resulting in fluctuating...
Mussman Raises Awareness of Anti-Domestic Violence Efforts
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – As survivors, advocates and first responders commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, state Representative Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraging members of the community to report any suspicions of domestic violence and...
Jones-Backed Plan Secures Over $6 Million in New State Funding for Local Schools
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Local schools will receive over $6 million in new funding for classroom education under a plan supported by state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City. “For too long, wealthy suburban school districts have prospered, while schools in our area...
Stuart to Hold Human Trafficking Awareness Forum at SIUE
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – With discussions of problems concerning human trafficking becoming more prevalent in the community because of the proximity of the I-55 corridor, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be hosting a human trafficking awareness forum...
Mussman Backed Bill Extends EDGE Credit Program, Penalizes Outsourcing Companies
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, to reinstate and extend the Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) tax credit program is now law. “Encouraging economic growth is a top priority of mine,” said Mussman. “A...
Scherer Raises Awareness of Anti-Domestic Violence Efforts
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is inviting residents to join her, survivors of domestic violence, advocates and first responders to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. “Domestic violence impacts every community in this...
Kifowit and Cullerton Comprehensive Veteran Suicide Prevention Package Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, and State Sen. Tom Cullerton, D-Villa Park, designed to reduce Veteran suicide is now law. “Even though this legislation was signed without a ceremony or recognition, this is truly a...
Hernandez Backed Measure to Restore Access to Child Care Assistance Program Becomes Law | Medida Apoyada por Hernández Para Expandir la Ayuda Para el Cuidado de Niños se Convierte en Ley
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, a member of the Latino Caucus, fought to restore access to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) for working families who became ineligible for assistance as a result of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s...
Kifowit Hosting Family Internet Safety Seminar
AURORA, Ill. – To help parents and community members better protect their children online, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is hosting a Family Internet Safety Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Library-Eola Road Branch, located at 555 S. Eola...
Harper Visits Englewood Whole Foods Market; Highlights Efforts to Increase Urban Agriculture
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, recently toured Englewood’s Whole Foods Market to highlight the importance of increasing access to healthy foods for low-income communities. “It is heart-warming to work with community partners to encourage people to shop...
Welch Opposes Adding Tolls to Eisenhower Expressway
HILLSIDE, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is leading efforts to stop the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) from adding new tolls to the Eisenhower Expressway. “There needs to be a plan to address the bumper to bumper traffic on the...