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Rep. Avelar Begins New Term with Focus on Healthcare Access, Helping Families Make Ends Meet
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, began a new term in the Illinois House Wednesday, continuing her push for equality, accessible healthcare, and an affordable cost of living for all.
Hirschauer Passes “Karina’s Bill” to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors from Firearms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, delivered Karina’s Bill (HB4144), legislation that will protect domestic violence survivors from firearms. The product of years of negotiation and advocacy by Hirschauer along with domestic violence and gun violence prevention advocates, Karina’s Bill will clarify and strengthen the law regarding the firearm remedy in criminal and civil orders of protection.
Katz Muhl Passes Major Gun Safety Reforms to Get Firearms Out of the Hands of Abusers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl, D-Northbrook, delivered major gun safety reforms to get guns out of the hands of domestic abusers Tuesday, creating new protections to remove firearms and ammunition from individuals who are the subject of protection orders.
Andrade to Champion Public Safety, Cost of Living Issues in New Term in Illinois House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, returned to Springfield to be sworn in for a new term in the Illinois General Assembly on Wednesday and issued the following statement:
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Lays Out Goals for New Term: Reproductive Health, Cutting Costs, Clean Energy Expansion
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued this statement following her inauguration to another term representing her community in Springfield:
Rep. Gregg Johnson Lays Out Goals for New Term: Cutting Costs, Mental Health, Worker Protection
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-East Moline, issued this statement following his inauguration to another term representing his community in Springfield:
Ammons Shares Policy Accomplishments, Priorities Ahead
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to advancing equity-driven policies across Illinois, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is outlining her priorities for the upcoming legislative session while reflecting on significant accomplishments from the past year, including over 30 new Ammons-backed laws that took effect on January 1, 2025.
Manley Heads Into Legislative Session, Outlines Priorities Ahead
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With the start of a new legislative session, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is focused on delivering meaningful solutions for families facing rising costs, ensuring access to affordable healthcare, and strengthening community support systems.
Stuart Announces Warehouse Safety Task Force Recommendations
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, and the Warehouse Safety Task Force have finalized their report, which contains recommendations to improve warehouse safety standards in Illinois, following a deadly tornado in Edwardsville in 2021, which resulted in the loss of six lives.
Scherer Helps to Bring State Funds to Upgrade Springfield Parks
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is welcoming new state funding injection of state funding to improve Springfield’s parks and amenities.
LaPointe Highlights Newly Enacted Mental Health Laws
CHICAGO – Continuing to prioritize impactful mental and behavioral health legislation in the new year, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is highlighting a series of newly enacted mental healthcare laws, including no-cost and no diagnosis mental health and wellness visits to be covered by commercial insurance.
Walsh Issues Response to Teamsters Local 710 Strike
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., (D-Elwood), issued the following statement in response to the recent Teamsters Local 710 strike at Moheny Environmental
Morris Secures Historic Investments for Lawndale Christian Health Center
CHICAGO – $7.5 million dollars in new funding secured by state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, will flow to Lawndale Christian Health Center to renovate its main facility and bolster its service capabilities.
Scherer Helps to Secure Improvements for Decatur’s Garfield Park
DECATUR, Ill. – $400,000 in new funding secured by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, will create a new playground and improve accessibility at Decatur’s Garfield Park.
Jiménez Highlights Healthy Meal Opportunities for Students in Need During Holiday Break
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is highlighting three community organizations opening their doors to local students in need of healthy meals during Chicago Public Schools’ winter break through the city’s Safe Haven Program. Meals will be available Dec. 23, 26, 27, 30 and Jan. 2 and 3.
Yang Rohr’s 2025 Community Survey Solicits Input on Key Issues Facing Illinois Families
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – With a new General Assembly about to begin, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is encouraging her community to share their thoughts on pressing issues facing Illinois’s future through a quick community survey sent to their mailbox and available online.
Scherer-Backed Pay Transparency Law Takes Effect in New Year
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Job postings will offer potential applicants more information about salary and benefits under a new law backed by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, taking effect in January.
Bob Rita Named Township Officials of Illinois Legislator of the Year
Springfield, IL – State Representative Bob Rita has been named the 2024 Legislator of the Year by the Township Officials of Illinois (TOI) in recognition of his commitment to township government and community service. Rita, who also serves as Calumet Township Supervisor, was honored for his leadership in delivering essential services and advocating for policies that strengthen local government and improve residents’ lives.