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Lisa Hernandez Honors Local Leaders, Highlighting Open Applications for ISBE Award
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, announced open nominations for the Illinois State Board of Education’s Thomas Lay Burrough award, celebrating dedicated and changemaking school board members in our communities.
Moeller Highlights Award for Outstanding Educational Leaders
ELGIN, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, is partnering with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to celebrate local educational leaders making a difference in our children’s lives, opening nominations for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award.
Mason Joins White House Convening on Childcare, Streamlining Family Assistance Services, Launching Child Tax Credit
GURNEE, Ill. – Last Friday, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, joined lawmakers from across the country at the White House to discuss Illinois’ progress on childcare and early childhood education, including the establishment of the Department of Early Childhood, the Child Tax Credit and other family assistance services.
Scherer-Backed Budget Supports Local Libraries and Literacy Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is applauding new funding secured for local literacy and reading programs in the state budget.
Canty Holding Prescription Drug Affordability Town Hall
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, will be holding a town hall to connect with the community about issues surrounding prescription drug affordability on Thursday, October 3, 6 p.m. to 7:30 pm., at the Palatine Library District at 700 N. North Court in Palatine. She will be joined by state Rep. Nabeela Syed and Dr. Khalid Hussain.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Receives ‘Outstanding Commitment as an Elected Official’ Award
AURORA, Ill. — As part of a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, received the ‘Outstanding Commitment as an Elected Official’ from Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs in recognition of her service as a lawmaker.
Stuart Files Resolution Calling for Cemetery Access
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has filed a resolution calling on the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) to improve access for families with loved ones buried at the Lincoln Developmental Center Cemetery, which shares ground with Logan Correctional Center.
Mason Dedicates Highway to Deceased Marine Corps Lance Corporal Sean P. Maher
GURNEE, Ill. – Recently, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, helped dedicate a section of highway on the border of her district as “U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Sean P. Maher Memorial Highway” in honor of a deceased Illinois service member.
Morris Secures State Library Grants to Support Local Literacy and Accessibility Services
CHICAGO – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, secured over $300,000 of grants to support local adult literacy programs and the Radio Information Service (RIS) program in the new state budget, improving access to broadcast and print media to the visually impaired.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Named ‘2024 Legislator of the Year’ by Health Care Council of Illinois
AURORA, Ill. — State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, received the ‘2024 Legislator of the Year’ award from the Health Care Council of Illinois (HCCI) for her work advancing the cause of affordable high-quality healthcare in Illinois.
Kifowit Honored as 2024 Legislator of The Year by Illinois Association of County Veterans Assistance Commissions
Aurora, Ill - Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) has been awarded the 2024 Legislator of the Year Award by the Illinois Association of County Veterans Assistance Commissions (IACVAC). The award was presented during IACVAC's Banquet Awards...
Buckner Named 2024 University of Chicago Institute of Politics Fellow, Seminars to Discuss Illinois as an Emerging National Policy Leader
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was named a 2024 Fall Pritzker Fellow by the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, and will be giving a series of seminars titled “An Insider’s Look at the New Springfield: America’s Laboratory for Democracy” to cover Illinois’ status as an emerging national policy leader.
Crespo Invites Community Members to Information Event on High Paying Careers in the Trades
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, is partnering with Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO) to invite community members to an “Earn While You Learn Workshop” on how to start a new, high-paying career in the trades as a union journeyman. The event is being held Sept. 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is being hosted by the Rescue Our Children Organization (R.O.C.O.) at 4 N. Bartlett Rd. in Streamwood.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces Licensing Assistance and Financial Advice Opportunity
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding an event to help promote understanding of Illinois’ licensing process, financial literacy and availability of government resources with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) on Monday, Sept. 30, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 101 S. River, the Santori Library in room 125 in Aurora.
Saturday: Gordon-Booth to host 13th Annual Community Shred Day at Landmark Recreation Center
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is partnering with Landmark Recreation Center for a Community Shred Day on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 3225 Dries Lane in Peoria.
Lisa Hernandez to Host Shred Event at Lyons Public Library
LYONS, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, is partnering with Lyons Public Library to host a Shred Day on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at 4209 Joliet Ave.
Families and Fun Take Center Stage at Kids Expo Hosted by State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit
Aurora, Ill – Over 800 attendees flocked to the Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center on Saturday, September 14 for the annual Kids Expo and Touch-A-Truck event, hosted by State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego). The event, held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., was a resounding success, with families enjoying a perfect day of sunshine, fun activities, and interactive experiences.
Canty Lauded by Illinois Environmental Council for Work Tackling Climate Change, Promoting Clean Energy
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, received a 100% scorecard from the Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) for helping lead the fight to support the environment, tackle climate change and promote clean energy.