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Walsh Proposal Protecting Life Insurance Beneficiaries Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation backed by state Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Joliet, which would help ensure that family members receive their loved ones’ life insurance benefits, recently passed the House. “People pay diligently into life insurance policies to ensure that...
Manley Sponsors Legislation Ensuring Police Officers Receive Cybercrime Training
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of her efforts to increase the safety and well-being of local residents, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is sponsoring legislation that will require police officers to be trained in the areas of cybercrimes and crimes committed with...
Hoffman Resolution Encourages Use of Steel Made in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In a continuing effort to promote Illinois and American-made products, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is sponsoring a resolution calling on the state to use steel and iron products made in Illinois. “With the steel industry serving as a vital...
Mussman Teams Up With AARP, Warns of Rauner’s Senior Cuts
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently joined forces with AARP to inform area seniors about Gov. Rauner’s new plan to slash care for tens of thousands of seniors while exposing even more to health and security risks. “Politicians in...
Kifowit Tours Aurora Pepsi Plant, Discusses Ways to Create Job Opportunities for Veterans
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, recently toured the Pepsi distribution center in Aurora to discuss the importance of creating jobs, especially for veterans. “I think it’s important for elected officials to have knowledge of and connect with...
Harper to Help Immigrants Understand Their Constitutional Rights
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is joining the National Immigrant Justice Center to help connect immigrants with legal resources and help them train for encounters with law enforcement at her Know Your Rights Seminar that will be on Saturday, June 11...
Kifowit-Sponsored Bill Cutting Fees for Entrepreneurs Advances in House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Entrepreneurs would receive financial assistance in opening their first businesses under legislation being sponsored by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, creating an Entrepreneur Learner’s Permit pilot program. “Small businesses accounted for...
Crespo Helps Locate Family Owed $50,000 in Unclaimed Property
STREAMWOOD, Ill. – State Representative Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, recently teamed up with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s office to locate a family that had over $50,000 in unclaimed funds being held by the state of...
Scherer Announces Award to Recognize Businesses that Give Back
DECATUR, Ill. – To help recognize area businesses that give back to the community, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is inviting residents to submit nominations for her ‘Good Neighbor’ Business Award. “Our area is fortunate to have a number of businesses that partner...
Rep. Scherer and Comptroller Mendoza Remind Area Residents to Check for Uncashed Checks
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is highlighting a program to reunite local taxpayers and small businesses with uncashed checks issued by the State of Illinois through Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s Check for Cash program. “Every penny counts...
Stuart Backs Resolution Prioritizing Illinois Steel Mills, Steelworkers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Recognizing the important economic contribution of local steel mills and their employees, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is encouraging Illinois agencies to purchase steel made in Illinois. “We should be making every effort to buy and use...
Harper Launches Job Taskforce to Help Young Adults Find Work
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring Senate Joint Resolution 10 in the Illinois House of Representatives, which would establish a statewide task force to develop employment opportunities and to assist any young Illinois adults seeking...
Hernandez-Welch Unifying to Make Illinois a Welcoming State
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, member of the Latino Caucus, and state Rep. Chris Welch, D-Hillside, are joining forces to foster trust between local law enforcement and immigrant communities, giving undocumented immigrants with no...
Manley Urges Federal Government to Continue Funding Programs that Fight Heroin Epidemic
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to news that President Trump has proposed slashing funding federal programs that help fight the heroin epidemic across the country, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, introduced legislation urging the Illinois Congressional Delegation...
Welch Introduces Legislation to Provide Funding for Violence Prevention Programs
WESTCHESTER, Ill., – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch recently introduced legislation to provide funding for violence prevention programs to communities that have been most affected by increased violence. “Over the past several years we have seen an increase in...
Walsh Helps Pass Measures to Protect Local Families’ Access to Health care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Washington politicians push for reckless changes to federal law which would strip insurance from people with pre-existing conditions and increase premiums, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, is fighting to stop massive insurance companies...
Andrade Backing Effort to Unify Immigrant Communities and Local Law Enforcement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is supporting a proposal to foster trust between local law enforcement and immigrant communities, giving undocumented immigrants with no criminal backgrounds peace of mind. “The heated rhetoric and divisive...
Negotiating Team Outlines House Democrats’ Economic Reform Proposals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – House Democrats seeking common ground with Gov. Bruce Rauner in order to end the budget stalemate and put the state on a path to fiscal stability are asking the governor to consider their reform proposals that will improve the business climate...