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Manley Passes Law to Improve Security Options for Local Businesses
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Under a new law spearheaded by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, businesses will be able to protect their property more easily and affordably when installing battery-charged electrical fencing on commercial properties, such as storefronts or warehouses.
Manley Caps Off Health and Public Safety Agenda, Several Measures Signed into Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Rounding off a successful legislative session this Spring, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has passed a catalog of new bills into law that focus on strengthening health and public safety concerns for Illinoisans statewide.
Yang Rohr Joins Task Force to Increase Female Representation in Technology
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will work to expand opportunities for women in high-tech fields as a member of the new Increasing Representation of Women in Technology Task Force.
Canty Measure to Prioritize Property Tax Relief, Government Transparency, Signed into Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — A measure backed by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, that will bring stakeholders and lawmakers together to explore new solutions to cut property taxes and promote transparency in government spending was signed into law earlier in August.
Gill Measure Expands Alzheimer’s Treatment Coverage for State Employees
CHICAGO – Qualified state employees will have greater access to new and effective Alzheimer’s Disease treatments under a recently signed law spearheaded by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago.
Harper Issues Statement After Pritzker, DCEO Award Loans to Social Equity Cannabis Dispensaries
CHICAGO — State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after Gov. J.B. Pritzker, alongside the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, awarded $5.5 million in Direct Forgivable Loans (DFL) to 23 licensed social equity dispensaries as part of the ongoing Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program.
Lisa Hernandez Lauds New Law Eliminating Tax on Groceries
CICERO, Ill. – A measure backed by state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, which would cut costs at the grocery store and save taxpayers more money, was signed into law on Monday, Aug. 5.
Hoffman Law Encourages Quicker Public Sector Unfair Labor Practice Resolutions
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State labor boards will act quicker to resolve public sector employee unfair labor practice charges under a new law passed by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea.
Kifowit Champions New Laws Supporting Veterans and Military Families
Aurora, Ill – State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) announces that several key pieces of legislation have been signed into law that will significantly enhance support for Veterans, servicemembers, and their families throughout Illinois. This comprehensive legislative package passed with unanimous bipartisan support in both the House and Senate and underscores Illinois’ commitment to recognizing and addressing the unique needs of those who have served our country.
Olickal-Backed Privacy Bill Expands Protections for Older Adults
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, is working to strengthen the privacy of confidential information for older adults with a new law that will restrict the release of sensitive records to the Illinois Department of Aging (IDoA) Ombudsman.
Se Confirmó una Medida de la Rep. Morris que Provee Prótesis de Pelo para Pacientes
CHICAGO – Debajo de una nueva ley por la Rep. estatal Yolanda Morris, D-Chicago, pacientes con cáncer, alopecia, o una condición que resulta en la pérdida del pelo tendrían derecho a una peluca o prótesis de pelo anualmente.
Scherer Measure Brings Reforms to Teacher Content Tests, Addresses Teacher Shortage
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is working to put more teachers in schools with a new law tailoring licensing exams to the topics addressed in elementary classrooms.
Gill Plan to Secure Marriage and Couple’s Counseling for First Responders Signed into Law
CHICAGO – A proposal recently signed into law from state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, will ensure that health insurance plans for police and firefighters include coverage for marriage and couple’s counseling.
Manley Highlights Free Chicago Attraction Passes in Recognition of August as National Family Fun Month
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is helping residents celebrate National Family Fun Month by encouraging making free museum passes available through her constituent service office.
Yang Rohr Shows Support for Community Heroes at 3rd Annual ‘Heroes & Helicopters Community Showcase’
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr and state Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, are inviting local parents and children to learn more about how police, firefighters and many more serve and keep our community safe at their third annual “Heroes & Helicopters Community Showcase.” The event will feature interactive, family-friendly demonstrations of emergency responder equipment, including two medical helicopter landings. Yang Rohr and Ellman will host over two dozen local organizations on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Frontier Sports Complex at 3380 Cedar Glade Rd. in Naperville.
Buckner to Hold Back-to-School Event to Provide Free Resources to Local Families
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is partnering with Near North Health, a leading provider of managed care services in Illinois, to host a back-to-school event to provide local families with free resources before the school year starts. The event will be held at Ellis Park, on 3520 South Cottage Grove in Chicago on Tuesday, August 13, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. State Rep. Kimberly du Buclet, D-Chicago; Cook County Commissioner Bill Lowry; state Sen. Robert Peters; and Municipal Water Reclamation District Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis are co-hosting.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces Secretary of State Library Grants in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is announcing a new round of grants from the Secretary of State’s office that will support local libraries, including the Aurora Public Library District and the Messenger Public Library of North Aurora.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Backs Measure to Cut Costs, Eliminate State Grocery Tax
AURORA, Ill. — A measure eliminating the state grocery tax and cutting costs on essential purchases that was backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was signed into law on Monday.