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Crawford Expands Sealing of Records for System-Involved Individuals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, helped pass a measure last Thursday to build on previous work to automatically seal the records of certain qualifying, formerly-incarcerated individuals. House Bill 1836 clarifies records ineligible for sealing and ensures that the Illinois State Police (ISP) can conform to the new legislation.
Avelar Bill Delivers Senior Property Tax Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, announced the passage of legislation expanding property tax relief for seniors on fixed incomes—delivering on her commitment to help older residents stay in their homes and age with dignity.
Harper Responds to Executive Order that Addresses Food Insecurity and Food Access in Illinois
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement as Illinois’ smart and responsible budget tools are delivering $20 million to protect access to food security ahead of Donald Trump’s SNAP cuts:
Gabel Measure to Give Terminally Ill Adults Compassionate Options to End their Suffering Passes Legislature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure spearheaded by state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, that would allow terminally ill adults with decision-making capacity to request and receive prescription medication that could be self-administered to hasten their foreseeable deaths passed the legislature on Friday.
Andrade Responds to Rayito de Sol Immigration Raid
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, responds to the raid and detainment of a daycare employee by federal immigration officials at the Rayito de Sol Immersion Early Learning Center Wednesday morning, releasing the following statement:
Hernandez-Crafted Budget Delivers Vital Funding to Local Food Banks to Combat Trump SNAP Cut
AURORA, Ill. — The fiscally responsible budget crafted by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will release $20 million to Illinois food pantries to combat the Trump Administration’s cruel and irresponsible cut to SNAP assistance.
Hanson Stands for Families, Passes Legislation Aimed at Lower Energy Costs
MONTGOMERY, Ill. — Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, Representative Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, passed comprehensive legislation Oct. 29 that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents.
Faver Dias Secures Funding for “Bricks of Healing”
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, is proud to announce $1,000,000 in state funding secured to aid in lifting up survivors of domestic abuse and human trafficking throughout Lake County.
Canty Backs Property Tax Reform to Expand Relief for Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, continued her fight to make life easier for vulnerable Illinoisans when she passed a measure to increase the income ceilings for property tax exemption programs for low-income seniors.
Avelar Backs Bill to Reduce Energy Demands, Cut Utility Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. —Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while holding large utility corporations accountable.
DeLuca Condemns Political Violence, Urges Better Path Forward
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, is backing a bipartisan resolution that condemns the recent rise in political violence and urges a more civil and respectful path forward.
Hernandez Backs Property Tax Reform to Expand Relief for Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, continued her fight to make life easier for vulnerable Illinoisans when she passed a measure to increase the income ceilings for property tax exemption programs for low-income seniors.
Gill Backs Legislation to Combat Rising Energy Costs and Provide Long-term Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while holding large utility corporations accountable.
Stuart Backs Legislation to Combat Rising Energy Costs and Provide Long-term Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ameren users would be in line to see immediate and long-term savings under a plan backed by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, that aims to reduce electric bills, create jobs and strengthen Illinois’ electric grid.
Jiménez Champions Measure Protecting Americans from Unjust and Abusive Practices by Federal Immigration Agents
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With Illinoisans falling victim to violent and dehumanizing immigration enforcement tactics, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is fighting back, supporting legislation to reign in the tactics and operations of federal agents.
Hoffman Collecting Canned Goods for Thanksgiving Giveaway, Asks for Community Donations
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – In coordination with state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is asking local residents to join him in collecting canned goods to provide families a full Thanksgiving dinner this year at their annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway.
Ortíz Champions Measure Protecting Undocumented Communities Against Growing Immigration Raids
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, is pushing back on the inhumane “Midway Blitz” by backing legislation to prevent certain federal immigration operations at or near courthouses and add safeguards for undocumented people at hospitals, daycares and on college campuses.
Blair-Sherlock Backs Energy Savings, Senior Property Tax Freeze, Transit Reform, Commonsense Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower electric bills, expand the senior property tax freeze, transform public transit and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.