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Kifowit-Sponsored Measure Protecting the Parental Rights of Blind Parents Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is working to protect the parental rights of individuals who are blind, by passing legislation addressing the high rates of parental custody challenges involving sight-impaired individuals. “The best place...
Hoffman Passes Insurance Cost Controls, Protections for People with Preexisting Conditions
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Washington politicians push for reckless changes to federal law which would strip insurance from people with preexisting conditions and increase premiums, state Rep. Hoffman, D-Swansea, is fighting to stop massive premium increases and guarantee...
Andrade Visits Carl Von Linne Students At Capitol
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, visited with students from Carl Von Linne School that were participating in Tech 2017, an event that allows students to showcase their innovative use of technology in the classroom. “We need to make sure that...
Walsh Recognizes Joliet Central’s Honored Students
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, recently recognized Joliet Central High School seniors Benjamin Hallihan and Vanessa Flores, who were chosen as this school year’s “Mr. and Ms. J” for their achievements in academics and community service. “I would...
Mah: Letter to the Editor
Donald Trump and his extreme allies continue pushing reckless changes to federal health care law. Their radical agenda would deny care to people simply because they got sick and make us all pay more to pad the profits of big insurance companies. I’m fed up with...
Kifowit Highlights New Wallet ID Card for Disabled Residents at Aurora Kiwanis Luncheon
AURORA, Ill. – Discussing her efforts to help keep special-needs residents safe, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, was recently the guest speaker at the Aurora Kiwanis weekly luncheon, where she highlighted her efforts to create a new Person with a Disability...
Mussman Opposes Cuts to Meals on Wheels, Stands with Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is standing with seniors and senior advocates like AARP to oppose Washington politicians’ dangerous cuts to senior Meals on Wheels, which would affect the more than 115,000 elderly residents who depend on...
Harper and Comptroller Mendoza Remind Residents to Check for Uncashed Checks
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting a program to reunite local taxpayers and small businesses with uncashed checks issued by the State of Illinois through Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s Check for Cash program. “Hard working...
Manley Listens to Concerns from Local Residents
JOLIET, Ill. – As part of her ongoing efforts to listen to the concerns of her district, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, visited with local residents at a recent “Coffee and Conversation” that she hosts throughout the district. At her stop, Manley had the...
Welch Passes Reforms to Increase Competition, Bring Down Workers’ Compensation Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Local employers would receive relief from high workers’ compensation costs under legislation passed by state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, establishing a non-profit workers’ compensation insurer as an alternative for Illinois businesses...
Manley Joins Community in Fighting Sexual Violence against Women
JOLIET, Ill. - State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined Guardian Angel Community Services Sexual Assault Service Center for their annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event, as the organization culminated their efforts to raise awareness about sexual violence throughout...
Stuart, Local Workers Speak Out Against Rauner’s Destructive Corporate Agenda
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Local workers joined state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, to speak out against Gov. Bruce Rauner’s efforts to further enrich big corporations at the expense of the middle class Monday. “We can all agree that Illinois needs to grow our economy...
Hoffman Opposes Cuts to Meals on Wheels, Stands with Seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is standing with seniors and senior advocates like AARP to oppose Washington politicians’ dangerous cuts to senior Meals on Wheels, which would affect the more than 115,000 elderly residents who depend on the...
Mussman Brings Office Services to Constituents’ Doorsteps
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is working to ensure local voices are heard in Springfield by continuing to walk door-to-door throughout her district, listening to residents’ thoughts and concerns and bringing the assistance of her...
Mah Attends Annual Día de los Niños Parade
CHICAGO, Ill. – Along with other elected officials, State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, attended and walked in the annual Día de los Niños Parade this past weekend. “I strongly believe we need to support our youth and do everything we can to make sure they thrive and...
Hoffman and Comptroller Mendoza Remind Area Residents to Check for Uncashed Checks
SWANSEA, Ill. - State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting a program to reunite local taxpayers and small businesses with uncashed checks issued by the State of Illinois through Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza’s “Check for Cash” program. “There are...
Mah Passes Reforms to Increase Competition, Bring Down Workers’ Compensation Costs
CHICAGO, Ill. – Local employers would receive relief from high workers compensation costs under legislation passed by state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, establishing a non-profit workers’ compensation insurer as an alternative for Illinois businesses tired of paying...
Kifowit-Sponsored Bill Providing Greater Hate Crime Protections Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to reports of a nationwide increase of hate crimes, especially crimes targeting houses of worship and religious centers, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, passed legislation out of the House, which provides greater protections and...