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Hernandez Fighting to Ensure Equal Pay for Equal Work
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, member of the Latino Caucus, is fighting for pay equity by supporting legislation that prohibits employers from paying employees who have equal experience and are in identical roles, different wages....
Stuart Delivers Meals on Wheels, Encourages Residents to Support Essential Program
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Highlighting an essential service that helps seniors across Illinois, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, delivered Meals on Wheels to residents throughout the community Friday with volunteers from Main Street Community Center. “Meals on...
Welch Bill Would Stop Nursing Homes from Discharging Patients
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to provide new safeguards for nursing home patients, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is sponsoring legislation that would protect residents from being involuntarily discharged from facilities. “Some nursing homes use a...
Andrade Discusses State Issues During Coffee And Conversation With Local Residents
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade met with residents Saturday at Dapper’s East Restaurant to answer questions and discuss issues that are impacting the lives of local residents. “The conversations I have with residents, either at their door or at community events...
Rep. Mah Helps Over 100 Access Health Screenings
CHICAGO, Ill. – Over 130 area residents attended a Health Fair this past weekend, hosted by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, all free of charge. “Healthy communities begin with healthy individuals,” said Mah. “Providing access to these screenings will hopefully lay...
Kifowit Hosting Eco-Friendly Backyard Seminar With The Conservation Foundation
AURORA, Ill. – In honor of Earth Day, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is inviting area residents to attend her discussion on “Creating an Eco-Friendly Backyard Seminar” on Thursday, April 20 at 6 p.m. in the Aurora Public Library-Eola Branch, located at 555 S....
Walsh Fighting to End Pay Discrimination in the Workplace
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is working to bring awareness to the issue of pay inequity between men and women by working to declare April 4 as “Pay Equity Day.” This date symbolizes how far into the year women must work to earn the same...
Scherer Pushes for Passage of Bill to Expand Rights of Sportsmen
DECATUR, Ill. – Supporting Illinois’ hunting traditions, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is working to expand the Second Amendment rights of archery hunters by allowing the full-inclusion of crossbows during archery season. “Restrictions on crossbow use are...
Scherer Measure to Address Substitute Teacher Shortage Passes Committee
DECATUR, Ill. – Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, to aid school districts that are having a hard time finding substitute teachers by eliminating the substitute teaching license fee has passed the House Elementary & Secondary Education:...
Kifowit and Holmes Invite Residents to Town Hall Meeting
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, and state Sen. Linda Holmes, D-Aurora, are hosting a town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. in The Wheatlands Elementary School, located at 2290 Barrington Drive W in Aurora. “There are a number of...
Walsh and Manley Meet with Residents at Coffee Shop Stop
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, and state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently met with area residents to discuss local issues and concerns at the Great American Bagel in Joliet. “Illinois is facing a lot of complex issues right now, the most...
Mah Rallies for Immigrant Rights
CHICAGO, Ill. – In response to the recent attacks on immigrant communities, State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, joined other House members in a rally at the State Capitol on Thursday March 16, 2017. “I represent a predominately immigrant district and the safety and...
Welch Proposal Holds Corporations that Ship Jobs Overseas Accountable
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to hold corporations that turn their backs on Illinois workers accountable, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is sponsoring legislation that will require businesses that move jobs out of state to pay back the tax breaks...
Mussman Moves to Hold Corporations Accountable, Keep Jobs in Illinois
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – In an effort to hold accountable corporations that turn their backs on Illinois workers by shipping jobs overseas, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is co-sponsoring legislation that will require businesses to pay back the tax breaks they...
Andrade Proposal to Provide Mortgage Relief Advances Through Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help homeowners that have fallen behind on mortgage payments, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would make it easier for residents that are behind on their mortgage to make partial payments. “With many working...
Harper Proposal Makes Fresh Food Accessible to Low-Income Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –To expand access to fresh and healthy foods to low-income residents, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would help eliminate food deserts. “Many people in my district are left to purchase their groceries at...
Harper Bill Helps Middle Class by Raising State Minimum Wage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would raise the state’s minimum wage and provide Illinois workers with an increase in income. “I will not stop fighting for a livable wage until there is economic justice for...
Hoffman Leading “Buy Illinois” and “Buy American” Initiatives
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To create jobs and stimulate the sale of goods manufactured in Illinois and America, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is leading efforts to require the state of Illinois to prioritize the purchase of Illinois and American-made products. “When we...