Latest Updates:
Stuart Passes Bill Creating More Comprehensive Definition of Sexual Assault
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is fighting for justice for all survivors of sexual assault by passing a new bill cracking down on incidents where consent is obtained through deception.
Jiménez Advances Legislation Empowering Renters to Seek Better Conditions, Preventing Retaliation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is working to empower renters who have spoken out about the risks they face when requesting building improvements by passing new legislation to prevent landlords from retaliating against a tenant seeking better conditions for residents.
Gordon-Booth Backs Proposal to Secure Marriage and Couple’s Counseling for First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Understanding the unique stresses first responders and their families encounter, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, supported a plan Tuesday that would require health insurance plans for police and firefighters include coverage for marriage and couple’s counseling.
Canty Advances Measure Promoting Government Transparency, Rights for First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, passed a measure out of the House that will guarantee greater government transparency and give more freedom to fire protection districts.
Jiménez Measure Expanding Line of Duty Benefits for Mental Health Responders Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lilian Jimenez, D-Chicago, is working to better integrate mental health professionals into emergency response situations by passing legislation to ensure these emergency responders have the benefits and protections provided to other first responders.
Gill Advances Proposal to Secure Marriage and Couple’s Counseling for First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, passed a plan out of the House Tuesday that would require health insurance plans for police and firefighters to include coverage for marriage and couple’s counseling.
Katz Muhl Legislation Promotes Health Access, Consumer Rights, Public Safety, and Affordable Housing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl, D-Northbrook, is using her first legislative session to advance critical measures to make communities safer, make housing more affordable, increase transparency for insurance policyholders, and expand access to reproductive healthcare.
Hernandez Passes Initiative Supporting Accurate, Fair Court Reporting
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, championed the right to accurate, professional court transcripts, passing critical legislation to protect the use of qualified shorthand reporters in the courtroom.
Blue Room Press Conference Wednesday: Ford, IDPH Director, Advocates to Recognize Harm Reduction Solidarity Week, Discuss Efforts to Stop Overdoses
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As the overdose crisis continues to impact communities across Illinois, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will join IDPH Director Sameer Vohra, the Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition, advocates and colleagues to highlight existing efforts to help people as well as reaffirm the commitment of the General Assembly to support harm reduction measures.
Kelly Invites Area Residents to Mobile DMV Event
CHICAGO — State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is inviting area residents to a Mobile DMV event on Monday, April 22 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Niles-Maine District Library, 6960 W. Oakton St. in Niles.
Manley Highlights Child Abuse Prevention Month
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – With April being child abuse prevention month, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging residents to join her in taking a few minutes to learn about child abuse and take steps to recognize the signs and prevent future abuse from occurring.
Manley Highlights Student Summer Job Opportunity
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To help prepare young people for their future endeavors, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging local students to apply for the Secretary of State’s Summer Jobs Program.
Canty Passes Measure Strengthening Protections Against Sexual Exploitation
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A measure streamlining and strengthening laws preventing sexual exploitation of minors, spearheaded by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, recently passed the House with strong bipartisan support.
Guerrero-Cuellar Welcomes New Police Officers Funded by State Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new group of State Police officers are on the job as a result of funding supported by state Rep. Angie Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, who prioritized more officers and more resources for law enforcement in the state budget.
Rep. Sharon Chung Advances Battery Stewardship Act Out of Committee
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is working to help Illinoisans engage in safe and environmentally friendly disposal practices by advancing a bill that makes it easier to dispose of and recycle batteries.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Hold Clinic to Spread Information on Expungement Proceedings
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is holding a clinic with Kane County Circuit Clerk Theresa Barriero and other officials to teach attendees about expungment proceedings. The clinic will be held on Saturday, April 20 at the Aurora Public Library at 101 S. River Street, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rep. Hernandez Moves Property Tax Relief Bill Out of Committee
MELROSE PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Norma Hernandez, D-Melrose Park, is working to provide property tax relief for home buyers and expand access to housing by creating a property tax exemption for certain kinds of newly-built homes.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Named to Illinois Latino Family Commission
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was recently named to the Illinois Latino Family Commission to work directly with state agencies and stakeholders to improve and expand existing policies, services, programs and opportunities for Latino families.