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Ann Williams (D-Chicago) Appointed Chair of the House Tourism, Hospitality & Craft Industries Committee
CHICAGO, IL – State Rep. Ann Williams, D-Chicago, announced today that she will serve as chair of the Illinois House of Representatives’ Tourism, Hospitality & Craft Industries Committee. “I’m looking forward to this exciting opportunity to work with a bipartisan...
Scherer Files Bill to Pay State Employees, Avert Shutdown of State Government
DECATUR, Ill. –In response to a recently filed lawsuit to suspend employees’ pay in the absence of a state budget, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, on Wednesday filed legislation to continue to pay state workers and keep Illinois government functioning. “Hardworking...
Slaughter Encourages Residents to Use Online Vehicle Registration Reminder Program
CHICAGO – Recognizing that hard working families have time consuming schedules, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to avoid fines and stay up to date with their vehicle registration by using the Secretary of State’s Email Renewal Notice...
Hoffman Encourages Residents To Enroll In E-Renewal Vehicle Registration Program
BELLEVILLE, Ill.– In an effort to help families register their vehicles on time and avoid costly late fees, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is promoting an Illinois Secretary of State’s office initiative that allows residents to sign up for online vehicle...
Kifowit Invites Residents to ‘Coffee with Kifowit’ to Discuss Local and State Issues
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is inviting residents to join her for coffee, and to share their ideas on state government at locations across her district in February. “Families in my district have many needs that I feel should be addressed in...
Walsh Named 2016 Outstanding Legislator of the Year By Illinois Park Districts
JOLIET, Ill. – In recognition of his continued advocacy to expand recreational opportunities for Illinois families, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, was recently honored as the 2016 Outstanding Legislator of the Year by the Illinois Association of Park...
Welch Named Chairman of Higher Education Committee
WESTCHESTER, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to improve Illinois colleges and universities, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, was recently appointed chairman of the House Committee on Higher Education. “Our colleges, universities and their students are...
Andrade Pushing Legislation to Require Presidential Candidates to Release Tax Returns
CHICAGO – To help ensure transparency and shine a light on the financial interests of individuals running for President of the United States, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation that would require presidential candidates to release their...
Scherer Backs Bill to Protect Second Amendment for Sportsmen
DECATUR, Ill. –State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is backing legislation to make sure that individuals who are lawfully allowed to carry a firearm in Illinois can also carry a handgun while deer hunting. “The laws in Illinois are unclear and many people may not know...
Rep. Mah Denounces Measure Targeting Immigrant Community
CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is denouncing a measure filed by a Republican representative earlier this month, which seeks to target and strip much-needed resources from undocumented immigrant children. “The budget impasse as it stands today is...
Harper Highlights Green Initiative to Help Working Families Save on License Plate Renewal Fees
CHICAGO – In an effort to help working families avoid costly fees for license plate renewals this year, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to enroll in the Illinois Secretary of State’s Email Renewal Notice Program. “This email service helps...
Walsh Backing Effort to Preserve Vehicle Registration Reminders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help save taxpayer dollars and ensure residents continue receiving vehicle registration reminders in the mail, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is sponsoring a proposal by Secretary of State Jesse White to offset the cost of registration...
Slaughter Asks Residents to Recognize American Heart Month, Review Personal Health
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is urging residents to recognize American Heart Month in February by reviewing the facts about heart health and how they can make healthy choices. “I urge residents to research the facts about heart health and make...
Scherer Denounces Move to Stop State Employee Pay
DECATUR, Ill. – Responding to a motion filed Thursday by Attorney General Lisa Madigan to stop paying state workers, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, has issued the following statement: “Withholding pay to workers would dramatically and severely disrupt state...
Andrade Highlights Illinois Status as a “Purple Heart State”
CHICAGO, Ill. – Earlier this month, in one of the last acts of the 99th General Assembly, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, supported a proposal to designate Illinois as a Purple Heart State. “Personally, I am always humbled when I think about the service and...
Stuart Joins Edwardsville Police Officers for Day on Job
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, joined Edwardsville police officers on Jan. 23 for a day on the job. She was able to ride along with officers, see the community and discuss important issues facing community policing in Edwardsville. “I...
Manley Listens to Concerns of Residents at Coffee Shop Stop
BOLINGBROOK, IL. – Welcoming constituents to share their ideas, thoughts and concerns about state and local issues, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, hosted her first coffee and conversation event of the new legislative session Saturday at Panera Bread in...
Scherer Voices Opposition to Proposed Beverage Tax
DECATUR, Ill. –State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is continuing to speak out against tax increases on working families by joining Democrats and Republicans alike in opposition to plans to force a new tax on soft drinks in Illinois. “Increasing beverage taxes would...