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Gill Honored as Friend of Agriculture, Underscores Importance of the Industry in Illinois
CHICAGO – Reflecting her diligent support of agricultural issues, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, has been honored by the Cook County Farm Bureau and Illinois Farm Bureau with a “Friend of Agriculture” award.
Harper Partners With Christian County Farm Bureau to Donate FFA Jackets
CHICAGO — State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Christian County Farm Bureau to donate two uniform jackets to students from her district wishing to join the Future Farmers of America (FFA).
Morris Encourages Residents to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance
CHICAGO – To help ensure local residents affected by this summer’s extreme weather and tornadoes in July, state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is highlighting the recent opening of a temporary Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) field office on the city’s West Side.
Mason Honored as Illinois Action for Children’s ‘Champion for Children’ for Leadership in Childcare, Family Services
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, was recently honored as a ‘2024 Champion for Children’ by the Illinois Action for Children (IAFC) as a ‘Champion for Children’ for her work advancing the causes of childcare and family services.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Raises Awareness of Thomas Lay Burroughs Award Nominations Recognizing Local School Board Members’ Service
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is recommending people in the local community nominate their school board members for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award, which annually recognizes extraordinary service on a local board of education.
Gill Encourages Residents to Nominate Outstanding School Board Members for Annual ISBE Award
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is calling on residents who know an outstanding school board member to nominate them for the Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) Thomas Lay Burroughs Award – an annual recognition that celebrates a local school board member for their extraordinary leadership on behalf of education.
Hanson Encourages Residents to Donate to Diaper Drive Benefitting Local Pantries
BATAVIA, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is partnering with the Fox Valley United Way and local libraries for a diaper drive this month that will help stock local pantries and assist families in need.
Chung Raises Awareness of Thomas Lay Burroughs Award Nominations Recognizing Local School Board Members’ Service
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is recommending people in the local community nominate their school board members for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award, which annually recognizes extraordinary service on a local board of education.
Yang Rohr Hosts Mobile Museum of Tolerance at 95th Street Naperville Library
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will welcome the Mobile Museum of Tolerance traveling education center to the 95th Street Library in Naperville this month. The educational experience will be open to residents at no cost for three days from noon to 6 p.m. on October 21, 22, and 23.
Morris Asegura Subvenciones para los Servicios Locales de Alfabetización y Accesibilidad en Bibliotecas Estatales
CHICAGO – La Rep. Estatal Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, obtuvo más de $300.000 en subvenciones para soportar los programas locales de alfabetización de adultos y el programa del Servicio de Información de Radio (RIS) en el nuevo presupuesto estatal, aumentando el acceso a los medios de programa y impreso para las personas discapacitadas visuales.
Hoffman Highlights MindsEye Radio Support and SWIC Adult Volunteer Literacy Grant
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting a pair of recently announced grants from the Secretary of State that will support Belleville-based MindsEye Radio with broadcasting news aimed for those visually impaired, as well as Southwestern Illinois College’s (SWIC) adult literacy efforts.
Scherer Encourages Residents to Nominate School Board Members for Award
DECATUR, Ill. – In advance of its Oct. 18 application deadline, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is asking residents to nominate exceptional school board members to receive the prestigious Thomas Lay Burroughs Award from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Lisa Hernandez Honors Local Leaders, Highlighting Open Applications for ISBE Award
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, announced open nominations for the Illinois State Board of Education’s Thomas Lay Burrough award, celebrating dedicated and changemaking school board members in our communities.
Moeller Highlights Award for Outstanding Educational Leaders
ELGIN, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, is partnering with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to celebrate local educational leaders making a difference in our children’s lives, opening nominations for the Thomas Lay Burroughs Award.
Mason Joins White House Convening on Childcare, Streamlining Family Assistance Services, Launching Child Tax Credit
GURNEE, Ill. – Last Friday, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, joined lawmakers from across the country at the White House to discuss Illinois’ progress on childcare and early childhood education, including the establishment of the Department of Early Childhood, the Child Tax Credit and other family assistance services.
Scherer-Backed Budget Supports Local Libraries and Literacy Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is applauding new funding secured for local literacy and reading programs in the state budget.
Canty Holding Prescription Drug Affordability Town Hall
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, will be holding a town hall to connect with the community about issues surrounding prescription drug affordability on Thursday, October 3, 6 p.m. to 7:30 pm., at the Palatine Library District at 700 N. North Court in Palatine. She will be joined by state Rep. Nabeela Syed and Dr. Khalid Hussain.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Receives ‘Outstanding Commitment as an Elected Official’ Award
AURORA, Ill. — As part of a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, received the ‘Outstanding Commitment as an Elected Official’ from Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs in recognition of her service as a lawmaker.