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Mussman Supports Efforts to Reduce Costs for Businesses While Protecting Workers
Schaumburg, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is encouraged by efforts in Springfield to totally revamp the state’s unfair workers’ compensation structure, having recently supported a workers’ compensation package that is far fairer to workers,...
Manley Advocates for Economic Agenda that Prioritizes Middle Class
JOLIET, Ill. – Looking to stimulate development in Illinois and strengthen the middle class, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is backing an economic reform agenda that would lower the cost of doing business, reward economic investment and boost education funding....
Mussman Sets Sights on Jump Starting Economy for Middle Class
Schaumburg, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is urging her colleagues in the General Assembly to focus on hardworking middle-class families in order to move Illinois’ economy forward. While advocating for economic growth in Illinois, Mussman warns...
Jones Pushes for Economic Reforms to Boost Working Class Families
CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Offering a series of sweeping economic proposals to rebuild Illinois’ working class, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, announced his plan to increase wages, invest in education and crack down on wealthy corporations not paying their fair...
Scherer Begins New Term, Focused on the Needs of Working Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Pledging to continue fighting on behalf of middle-class families, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, began a new term Wednesday, with a focus on passing a fair and responsible budget, increasing funding for local schools, and holding the line on...
Andrade Takes On Big Insurance; Demands Savings For Small Businesses
CHICAGO– Taking on corporate insurance companies, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, supported a proposal this week that demands insurers share savings from a previous workers compensation reform bill with small businesses. “Big insurance took advantage of the 2011...
Slaughter Supported Law to Protect Students from Lead Poisoning
CHICAGO – Concerned about the risks of lead contamination in school drinking water, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that would require older school and daycare buildings to have their water systems tested. “With an education...
Harper Invites Residents to Energy Efficiency Forum
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to host an Energy Efficiency Forum to highlight ways to save on energy costs and be more energy efficient. The event will take place Saturday,...
Mussman Announces Cell Phones for Soldiers Drop-Off Location at District Office
Schaumburg, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is asking residents to donate used cell phones at her district office, located at 15 Weathersfield Way in Schaumburg, to help military members serving abroad call home through her partnership with Cell...
Rep. Flowers Sworn in for New Term; Says Budget Can’t be Balanced on Backs of Middle-Class Citizens
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mary Flowers, D-Chicago, took the oath of office on Wednesday to represent the 31st District in the Illinois House of Representatives. She issued the following statement: “I am honored to continue the fight for our community. I promised the people...
Lilly Fights to Protect Homeowners by Supporting Property Tax Freeze
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to grant relief to Illinois taxpayers, state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, supported House Bill 6630, a proposal that would freeze property taxes for Illinois homeowners for two years. “For far too long Illinois homeowners, especially...
Slaughter Takes Oath of Office as New Legislator
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, took the oath of office on Wednesday to represent the 27th District in the Illinois House of Representatives. He issued the following statement: “This is a humbling experience for my entire family and the communities I...
Manley Focused on Addressing Illinois’ Challenges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – On Wednesday, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, took the oath of office to continue in her role as state representative of the 98th District for the next two years. “The adversarial climate in Springfield is not only unproductive, but it is an...
Mussman Begins New Term, Looks to Address State’s Financial Challenges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, issued the following statement Wednesday after being sworn in for a new term in the Illinois House of Representatives: “I am honored and humbled to continue representing my neighbors in the 56th District...
Lilly Urges Need for Budget Compromise as New Legislative Session Begins
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement on Wednesday following the inauguration ceremony for the 100th General Assembly: “For far too long Illinois has gone without a state budget which has negatively impacted all Illinois...
Hoffman Begins New Term Focused on Supporting Small Businesses and Working Families by Ending Budget Impasse
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As he begins a new term in office, state Rep. Jay Hoffman outlined his legislative priorities by emphasizing the need for legislators from both parties to work together to find solutions to the problems facing the state of Illinois, especially the...
Hernandez Releases Statement as New Legislative Session Begins
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, took her oath of office on Wednesday in Springfield to begin the House of Representatives’ new legislative session, she released the following statement: “I am humbled and grateful that the people...
Harper Sworn-In to the 100th General Assembly
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after she was sworn in for the 100th General Assembly on Wednesday: “I am excited to have the opportunity to continue serving the people of the 6th District in the Illinois General Assembly....