Latest Updates:
Jiménez: Illinois’ Reproductive Health Commitments Remain, Despite SCOTUS Rulings
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, passed legislation securing reproductive and health insurance protections, citing the need for continued solidarity with women seeking reproductive health care across the country.
Avelar Supports Healthcare Expansions, Secures Wig Coverage for Cancer Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is advancing legislation to require that insurance companies cover the cost of wigs and scalp prosthesis for those battling or recovering from cancer and other serious medical conditions resulting in hair loss.
Olickal Sponsors Measure Securing Prosthetics Coverage for Cancer Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation to require that insurance companies cover the cost of wigs and scalp prosthesis for those battling or recovering from cancer and other serious medical conditions resulting in hair loss.
State Representative Larry Walsh Jr. Rejects Increasing Truck Access via IL 53
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., (D-Elwood), has pushed back on a recent request to increase truck traffic on Illinois Route 53 (IL 53) made to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) by the City of Joliet and “Northpoint,” the developer of the Third Coast Intermodal Hub project. Walsh opposed the request for change in a letter sent to IDOT on May 3rd.
Rep. Buckner to Hold 2nd Annual Community Baby Shower to Provide Free Resources to Local Families
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is joining with state Rep. Kimberly du Buclet, state Sen. Robert Peters, Cook County Commissioner Bill Lowry and Alderman Lamont Robinson to host a Community Baby Shower on Saturday, May 11. It will be held at the Timothy Center, on 4351 South Drexel in Chicago, from 10 a.m. to noon. The event will feature numerous vendors from around the Chicago area and Illinois, including Aetna Better Health of IL, Cook County Health, Caris Pregnancy Counseling and Resources, and Sinai Community Institute.
Delgado Backs Measure Securing Prosthetics Coverage for Cancer Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation to require that insurance companies cover the cost of wigs and scalp prosthesis for those battling or recovering from cancer and other serious medical conditions resulting in hair loss.
Gill Advances Proposal to Help Stolen Vehicle Crime Victims Out of House Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan led by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, would help stolen vehicle crime victims by eliminating government towing fees and expanding the ability for the victim to recover personal belongings.
Gordon-Booth Lauds Health Insurance Reform, Looks to Lower Costs and Expand Care for Residents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is pushing an insurance reform plan that would expand health care access and lower costs for families by cracking down on large rate increases, banning “step therapy” and stopping “junk insurance” plans that provide no real coverage.
Faver Dias Commends First Responders for Illegal Weapons Seizure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, issued this response following the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Response Team’s seizure of numerous illegal weapons and weapons modification devices on Thursday.
Manley Hosts Free Community Shred Day to Help Residents Prevent Identity Theft
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, provided local residents with a free opportunity to clear up clutter and prevent identity theft at a shred day event last week, hosted in partnership with state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar.
Manley-Backed Legislation Protects Workers with Family Responsibilities from Discrimination
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Recognizing the vital role of caregivers, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation recently that would expand Illinois law to include “family responsibilities” as a protected category against discrimination in the workplace.
Gordon-Booth Backs Insurance Coverage for Wigs for Cancer Patients
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure supported by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, would require health insurance plans to cover at least one wig for hair loss caused by chemotherapy, radiation treatment or alopecia.
DeLuca Backs Reforms to Make Health Care More Affordable, Expand Access
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Looking to drive down health care costs and expand access for families, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, recently backed an insurance reform plan that prioritizes patients by cracking down on large rate increases, banning “step therapy” and stopping “junk insurance” plans that provide no real coverage.
Mayfield Earns Gun Crime Safety Award for Work on Ballistics Detection
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, has been named a “2024 Violence Prevention Hero” for her continued efforts to help law enforcement in Illinois obtain the technological tools needed to fight firearm violence and violent crimes.
Guerrero-Cuellar, Cook County Sheriff Working to Strengthen Mental Health Resources for Emergency Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, is demanding more resources to help first responders face the stresses of the job by advancing legislation to expand access to confidential counseling and mental health resources for police officers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
Gonzalez Backs Measure to Spotlight Diversity in Nonprofit Leadership
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez, D-Chicago, is working to expand diversity in the leadership of Illinois’ large non-profits with new legislation to show the race, ethnic, and gender breakdown of major grantmaking organizations and service providers.
Blue Room Press Conference Wednesday: Ford, Exonerated Individuals to Discuss Need to Increase Compensatory Justice for Wrongfully Convicted
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will welcome exonerated individuals Wednesday in the Capitol Blue Room at 12:30 p.m. to discuss the need for Springfield to take action and raise compensation caps for those wrongfully convicted.
Andrade-Backed Measure Secures Prosthetics Coverage for Cancer Survivors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation to require that insurance companies cover the cost of wigs and scalp prosthesis for those battling or recovering from cancer and other serious medical conditions resulting in hair loss.