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Stuart Files Bill to Prevent Higher Education Institutions from Signing Trump Compact
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – During veto session, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, filed a bill that would prevent any Illinois institutions of higher education from signing onto President Trump’s manipulative higher education compact.
Grasse to Host Mobile DMV Event with Senator Walker
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is partnering with state Sen. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, to host a mobile DMV event where residents will be able to renew their driver’s licenses and obtain vehicle registration stickers.
Jiménez Lauds National Recognition of IHDA for Affordable Housing, Homelessness Prevention Initiatives
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, issued the following statement regarding the recent national recognition of the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) on their work to prevent homelessness, divert homeless populations and bolster affordable housing initiatives throughout the state.
Grasse-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is speaking out about the violent, corrupt and illegal actions the Trump Administration is launching against Illinois residents, passing official condemnations of Trump’s efforts to disregard due process, incite political violence and silence free speech and the press.
Grasse Celebrates Arlington Heights Farmers Market, Ranked Best in Illinois
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is congratulating the Arlington Heights Farmers Market on recently being ranked as the best farmers market in the state of Illinois, and the third best in the Midwestern United States, by a poll from American Farmland Trust.
Faver Dias Addresses Tylenol Misinformation, Reckless Pseudoscience from HHS Secretary
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, is supporting a resolution condemning Trump administration Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and calling for his ouster; as well as pushing back against the reckless and irresponsible spreading of junk science around Tylenol and pregnancy he has recently pushed.
Stava Congratulates Downers Grove on Silver Circle Award for Fire Safety Education
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — State Rep. Anne Stava, D-Downers Grove, issued congratulations in a statement after the Village of Downers Grove won a Silver Circle Award in the 2025 3CMA Savvy Awards competition for a fire safety education video entitled “Learn Not to Burn,” which was produced by the Village’s Communications Department and is used monthly in all 3rd grade classrooms in the community.
Hirschauer Receives GPAC Award for Gun Violence Prevention Work
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – Highlighting impactful advancements in public safety and preventative violence legislation, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, was awarded the 2025 Profile in Courage Award from the Gun Violence Prevention PAC (GPAC) Wednesday, October 15.
Briel-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottowa, is speaking out about the violent, corrupt, and illegal actions the Trump Administration is launching against Illinois residents, passing official condemnations of Trump’s efforts to disregard due process, incite political violence and silence free speech and the press.
Lisa Hernandez Brings Millions to Cicero Avenue Overpass Revitalization Project
CICERO, Ill. – Money allocated from last year's state budget fought for by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is returning to the district, helping rehabilitate the Cicero Avenue bridge over the Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal.
Buckner Leads Resolution Condemning Trump Administration Funding Freeze on CTA Red Line Extension
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, led passage of a resolution Wednesday condemning the Trump Administration’s funding freeze of the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) planned Red Line Extension. This southside transit project, which had already secured federal funding under President Biden, would encourage major ridership growth in Black and Brown communities while fostering economic development statewide.
Hirschauer-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is speaking out about the violent, corrupt, and illegal actions the Trump Administration is launching against Illinois residents, passing official condemnations of Trump’s efforts to disregard due process, incite political violence and silence free speech and the press.
Avelar-Backed Resolutions Condemn Political Violence, Support Due Process, Free Speech Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is speaking out about the violent, corrupt, and illegal actions the Trump Administration is launching against Illinois residents, passing official condemnations of Trump’s efforts to disregard due process, incite political violence and silence free speech and the press.
DeLaRosa Pledges to Work for the People of the 42nd District
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After taking the oath earlier this week, state Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Glen Ellyn, joined her colleagues in the House chamber Tuesday where she pledged to support working families by tapping into her experience with education and fiscal management.
Briel Addresses Tylenol Misinformation, Reckless Pseudoscience from HHS Secretary
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, led a resolution Wednesday condemning Trump administration Secretary of Health and Human Services and fringe agitator, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and calling for his ouster; as well as pushing back against the reckless and irresponsible spreading of junk science around Tylenol and pregnancy.
Harper Sponsors Resolution Opposing Trump’s Disregard for Legal Rights Amid ICE and Immigration Protests
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is calling out the Trump administration for violating speech and press rights that have been fundamental to a constitutional and just democracy for over 200 years.
Rep. Dave Vella Celebrates $613 million investment by Stellantis bringing 3,300 Jobs to Illinois
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is applauding Stellantis’ $613 million investment to reopen its Belvidere plant, restoring more than 3,300 jobs in Illinois.
Davis Invites Local Residents to Fall Festival
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is inviting local residents to attend a free festival to kick off the fall season on Saturday, Nov.1 at Kruger Park, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.