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Stuart, Local Workers Speak Out Against Rauner’s Destructive Corporate Agenda
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Local workers joined state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to speak out against Gov. Bruce Rauner’s efforts to further enrich big corporations at the expense of the middle class Monday. “We can all agree that Illinois needs to grow our economy...
Hoffman Opposes Cuts to Meals on Wheels, Stands with Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is standing with seniors and senior advocates like AARP to oppose Washington politicians’ dangerous cuts to senior Meals on Wheels, which would affect the more than 115,000 elderly residents who depend on the...
Mussman Brings Office Services to Constituents’ Doorsteps
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is working to ensure local voices are heard in Springfield by continuing to walk door-to-door throughout her district, listening to residents’ thoughts and concerns and bringing the assistance of her...
Mah Attends Annual Día de los Niños Parade
CHICAGO, Ill. – Along with other elected officials, State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, attended and walked in the annual Día de los Niños Parade this past weekend. “I strongly believe we need to support our youth and do everything we can to make sure they thrive and...
Hoffman and Comptroller Mendoza Remind Area Residents to Check for Uncashed Checks
SWANSEA, Ill. - State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, 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. “There are...
Mah Passes Reforms to Increase Competition, Bring Down Workers’ Compensation Costs
CHICAGO, Ill. – Local employers would receive relief from high workers compensation costs under legislation passed by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, establishing a non-profit workers’ compensation insurer as an alternative for Illinois businesses tired of paying...
Kifowit-Sponsored Bill Providing Greater Hate Crime Protections Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to reports of a nationwide increase of hate crimes, especially crimes targeting houses of worship and religious centers, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, passed legislation out of the House, which provides greater protections and...
Stuart Fights to Crack Down on Corporations that Ship Local Jobs Overseas
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Big businesses that ship local jobs overseas will be required to pay back every dime they’ve received from Illinois taxpayers and barred from receiving any future taxpayer-funded deals under a measure passed by state Rep. Katie Stuart,...
Walsh Votes To Crack Down On Wage Discrimination Against Women
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, is fighting to end wage discrimination by passing a package of measures requiring employers to pay the same wage to workers who have the same experience and do the same job. “I believe that a person should be...
Welch Opposes Cuts to Meals on Wheels, Stands with Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is standing with seniors and senior advocates like AARP to oppose Washington politicians’ dangerous cuts to senior Meals on Wheels, which would affect the more than 115,000 elderly residents who depend...
Rep. Mussman and Comptroller Mendoza Remind Residents to Check for Uncashed Checks
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, 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....
Jones-Sponsored Measure to Prevent Wage Discrimination Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is fighting to end wage discrimination by passing legislation requiring employers to pay the same wage to workers who have the same experience and do the same job. “Women have historically faced wage...
DeLuca Passes Legislation Out of the House to Bring New Jobs to Park Forest
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, passed legislation out of the house today, which will benefit keystone properties throughout Park Forest. “This legislation will provide great opportunities for vacant buildings throughout the Village...
Kifowit Hosting Free Seminar to Help Homeowners Reduce Property Taxes
AURORA, Ill. – Homeowners interested in learning how to lower their property tax bill are invited to attend a free property tax assessment seminar being hosted by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, on Thursday, May 18 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Aurora Public...
Lilly Supports Legislation to Bring Tax Dollars Back to Local Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Oak Park, is sponsoring legislation that will increase the amount of money municipalities receive from the Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF). “Communities and residents throughout Illinois depend on services...
Crespo Passes Legislation that Would Reveal the Full Extent of Illinois’ Debt Obligations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to increasing government transparency and accountability, state Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, passed legislation through the House Friday that would reform how state agencies manage their finances. “Illinois is facing unprecedented...
Andrade Legislation To Protect Women’s Health from Judicial Activism Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To proactively fight against attacks on women’s health, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation that he is sponsoring to ensure a women’s right to choose is protected in Illinois if the Supreme Court reverses nearly 50 years of...
Manley Votes to Protect Health Insurance for Individuals with Pre-Existing Conditions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the health care debate continues in Washington, D.C, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation prohibiting insurance companies from dropping individuals with pre-existing conditions. “There is a lot of uncertainty right now...