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Rep. Jay Hoffman Appointed Assistant Majority Leader for House Democrats
Springfield, Ill. – In recognition of his years standing up for working families and fighting for organized labor, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has been named Assistant Majority Leader of the House Democratic Caucus. “I am humbled that my colleagues have put...
Scherer Backing Reforms to Help Returning Veterans Access Services, Prevent Suicide
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Veterans will have better access to health services, treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and job training under legislation backed by state Rep. Scherer, D-Decatur, intended to help returning service members transition into civilian...
Andrade Leads Effort Aiming to Protect Sanctuary Cities in Illinois
CHICAGO – Standing with immigrant communities throughout Illinois, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation that assists local communities in their efforts to support immigrant communities. “With the Trump administration already ramping up...
Hoffman Named to Education Taskforce, Will Focus on K-12 Funding
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has been named to the House Education Taskforce to help craft a solution to Illinois’ broken funding system for K-12 schools. “The goal of the taskforce is to ensure adequate and equitable funding for all...
Hoffman Backing Reforms Aimed At Increasing Veterans’ Access to Mental Health Services
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Veterans will have better access to health services, treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and job training under legislation backed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, intended to help returning service members transition into...
Scherer Seeks Participants for Fourth Annual Senior Spelling Bee
DECATUR, Ill. – To help older adults stay active and celebrate a lifetime of learning, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is hosting a spelling bee for senior citizens at the Decatur Macon County Senior Center at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 13. “The senior spelling bee...
Welch Urges Restored Funding for Lifesaving Violence-Prevention Program
CHICAGO – During a House Appropriations -Public Safety Committee hearing this week, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, expressed the necessity of restoring funding to the lifesaving CeaseFire program. “The village of Maywood is home to the longest operating...
Walsh Sponsors Legislation Aimed At Reducing Wait Time for Organ Transplant List
JOLIET – In an effort to help save the lives of individuals waiting on the state’s organ transplant list, state Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Joliet, voted for legislation that aims to decrease waiting times for individuals needing organ transplants by allowing residents 16...
Slaughter Fights to Expand Childcare Assistance Program for Families in Need
CHICAGO – As local families continue to struggle with the overbearing costs of childcare, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that increases access to the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) for families who are most in need. “Last year...
Slaughter Sponsors Bill to Require Licenses for Gun Dealers, Says Children Need More Protection
CHICAGO – As violence in Chicago continues to threaten the safety of local families, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is proposing new gun legislation to better protect the children of Chicago by creating licensing requirements for gun dealers. “Too many...
Scherer-Backed Legislation to Restore Funding for Violence-Prevention Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer D-Decatur, recently filed legislation to provide funding for a proven program in curbing gun violence known as CeaseFire. “I believe programs like CeaseFire are needed to help keep our communities safe and protect our...
Walsh Demands State Put American Jobs First By Backing American-Made Car Requirement
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Elwood, is demanding the state put American jobs first by backing a measure that would require Illinois to only purchase vehicles made in North America. “Taxpayers in my district are fed up with foreign businesses and...
Harper Urges Restored Funding for Life Saving Violence-Prevention Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – During an Appropriations-Public Safety Committee hearing last week, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, expressed the necessity of restoring funding to the CeaseFire program to fellow lawmakers. The program plays a major role in countering violence...
Mussman Denounces Rauner’s Plan to End Homecare for 40,000 Seniors
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman is opposing efforts to remove 40,000 Illinois seniors from a program that allows them to stay in their homes and out of institutional care. Governor Bruce Rauner, through the Department on Aging, would end homecare...
Mussman Opposes Any New Tax on Food and Drugs
Schaumburg, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, has pledged to vote against any new legislation that would raise sales taxes for food and over the counter medicines. Mussman instead is calling for a change of focus to the root of the problem of food...
Rep. Mah Luchara en Contra de Recortes al Programa de Cuidado de Personas de la Tercera Edad; 40,000 Afectados
CHICAGO – La Representante Estatal Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, y los defensores de personas de la tercera edad están listos para luchar en contra de nuevas medidas de la administración del Gobernador que removerán a 40,000 personas de la tercera edad de programas de...
Representative Mah Introduces Legislation to Hold Phone Companies Accountable to Customers
CHICAGO – Following through on her commitment to strengthen laws to protect consumers, especially against increasing rates on everyday utilities, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D – Chicago, announced legislation to require large telecommunications companies to report changes...
Welch Proposes Bill to Make College More Affordable
HILLSIDE, Ill. – In an effort to alleviate the burdensome tuition costs for college students across Illinois, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch is sponsoring legislation that would establish reimbursement grants for Illinois students at public universities. “As Chair...