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Harper Works to Bring Attention and Resources to Illinoisans Facing Rare Diseases
CHICAGO – In an effort to increase awareness and treatment options for those with rare diseases, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, advanced her first piece of legislation out of committee this week, in hopes that those with rare diseases will soon have the resources...
Andrade Introduces Legislation to Expand Computer Science Education
CHICAGO – In an effort to keep education in Illinois on track with new trends in technology, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, introduced a proposal creating a task force to study and improve access to computer science education for Illinois students. “As a father...
Welch Urges Gov. Rauner to Compromise, Pass Responsible Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Chris Welch, D-Hillside, issued the following statement in response to Governor Rauner’s budget address: “As I talk to constituents in the 7th District every day, they tell me about the real ways the state’s months-long budget impasse is...
Jones Highlights Ongoing Need in Response to Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Dolton, issued the following statement in response to Governor Bruce Rauner’s annual budget address: “During his speech, Gov. Rauner emphasized the importance of making Illinois more competitive. I believe we cannot do...
Davis Responds to Governor’s Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Will Davis, D-Harvey, issued the following statement in response to Governor Rauner’s budget address: “As a legislator living with diabetes, I understand how important it is to ensure services and proper care are easily accessible to...
Evans Responds to Governor’s Budget Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marcus Evans, D-Chicago, issued the following statement in response to Governor Rauner’s budget address: “As state representative, I am focused on advocating for working adults to be able to continue their education, creating better job...
Welch Calls for Governor to Focus on Budget
WESTCHESTER, Ill.— State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, offers the following statement on Gov. Bruce Rauner’s State of the State Address: “When I talk to my constituents, they share with me how the budget impasse is affecting their lives. Day cares have...
Cassidy Bill Banning Conversion Therapy Signed Into Law
Legislation offers the most comprehensive protections in the nation SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, issued the following statement on Thursday on the signing of House Bill 217, legislation to ban conversion therapy efforts to change youth...