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Scherer-Backed Bill Giving Law Enforcement More Time to Prosecute Child Sex Predators Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation passed by state Rep. Sue Scherer closing a loophole that allowed disgraced former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert to avoid prosecution for sex crimes he committed decades ago was recently signed into law. “The traumatic experience of...
Mussman’s Bill to Reject Lawmaker Pay Increase Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –A measure co-sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, that freezes lawmaker reimbursement rates and blocks a scheduled pay raise, has been signed into law.. “After more than 700 days without a state budget, which crippled non-profits...
Manar, Hoffman, Greenwood, Local Superintendents Speak Out Against Rauner’s Veto of School Funding Reform
BELLEVILLE, Ill. –State Sen. Andy Manar, D-Bunker Hill, and state Reps. Jay Hoffman, D-Belleville and LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, joined local school superintendents and community leaders to discuss the devastating consequences that the governor’s veto of...
Manley Urges Governor to Sign Law to Track Testing of Sexual Assault Kits
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is calling on Gov. Rauner to sign legislation establishing a statewide commission to ensure that all evidence in sexual assault cases are being tested in a timely manner. “When only approximately 34 percent of...
Lilly Hosts Community Justice Symposium with Cook County State’s Attorney
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, and Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx recently held a community justice symposium to discuss gun safety and community policing with neighborhood residents. “We must work together at all levels to ensure that we are...
Mussman Presents Certificate of Recognition to A&A Paving Contractors
ROSELLE, Ill. – State Representative Michelle Mussman presented the State of Illinois 100th General Assembly’s Certificate of Recognition to A&A Paving Contractors, Inc. (A&A Paving) today. A&A Paving received the recognition for their business...
Scherer Urges Governor to Sign Reforms to Increase Veterans’ Access to Mental Health Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is urging Gov. Rauner to sign a measure to help veterans transition into civilian life and prevent veteran suicide. “We need to make sure we are doing all we can to support our veterans,” said Scherer. “To end...
Lilly Responds to Governor Rauner’s Veto on Education Funding Reform; CPS Lay-Offs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement in response to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of Senate Bill 1, a measure to ensure equitable funding for public education and increase resources to local schools, and the lay-off of...
Andrade Partners with Local Elected Officials for Annual Back to School Fair
CHICAGO – To help families prepare for the upcoming school year, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, state Sen. Iris Martinez, and Ald. Ramirez-Rosa are inviting residents to a Back to School and Family Wellness Fair on Thursday, August 10, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at...
Stuart Attends Community “National Night Out” in Support of Local Police
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help build relationships between local law enforcement and the community, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, participated in National Night Out last week. “This annual event is one opportunity for the community to come out and show our...
Hernandez and Dominick to Host Seminar to Help Residents Save Money on Utilities
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is teaming up with Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to help local residents lower their utility costs. They will be hosting a Utility Bill Clinic on Tuesday,...
Stuart Hosting Free Veterans Benefits Fair at Collinsville American Legion
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – To help connect local veterans with local, state and federal resources, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a veterans’ benefits fair on Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 10 a.m. to noon at the American Legion Post #365 located at 1022...
DeLuca Hosting Senior Information Fair and Ice Cream Social
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca-Chicago Heights, will be hosting a Senior Information Fair and Ice Cream Social on Monday, August 21, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Frankfort Township Building, located at 11000 West Lincoln Highway in Frankfort. “It...
Harper: Rauner’s Phony Education Funding Plan Robs Local Children to Reward Wealthy Schools
CHICAGO – Gov. Bruce Rauner is attempting to rewrite fair education funding legislation to favor his wealthy schools at the expense of local students, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, said Monday: “Our area is home to some of the most under-funded schools in the...
Welch Cybersecurity Measure Signed Into Law
WESTCHESTER, Ill. – A measure sponsored by state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, to combat future cyber-attacks on government agencies and breaching sensitive public information has been signed into law. “After what this country went through last year during...
Harper Helps Constituents Understand Their Constitutional Rights
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is joining the American Civil Liberties Union to help connect local residents with legal resources and train them for encounters with law enforcement at her Know Your Rights Seminar on Saturday, August 19th from 11 a.m. to...
Jones Hosting Free Workshop to Help Families Better Understand Credit, How to Create a Budget
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – As credit card companies and banks continue to make rules that disadvantage middle-class families, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is working to help local residents navigate confusing policies and avoid costly scams by hosting a free...
Kifowit Hosting Weekly ‘Coffee with Kifowit’ Events to Discuss State and Local Issues
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is encouraging area residents to join her for coffee, and to share their ideas on state government at locations across her district in August. “At a time when political groups are misrepresenting what is happening...