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Governor Signs DeLuca’s Good Government Reform of the Municipal Audit of Public Utilities Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed a good government proposal spearheaded by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, that will help to resolve and prevent auditing discrepancies between utility companies and municipalities that are owed tax dollars through remittance.
Scherer Introduces Resolution to Advocate SNAP Benefits for Foster Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – While foster families continue to face obstacles that limit their access to nutritious food, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, recently presented a resolution that calls on the federal government to automatically qualify foster families for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Ortíz Passes Leave Bill for Victims of Violent Crime
CHICAGO – State Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, opened up workplace leave eligibility to the families of victims of violent crime, giving them time to coordinate end-of-life services, grieve and be with their loved ones.
Ammons, Slaughter Champion Parole Reform, Promote Equity in Justice System
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, and state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, unveiled their parole reform legislation, equalizing the racial gap in the state’s criminal justice system during a press conference on Tuesday.
Mayfield Promotes Insurance Equity for Ex-Convicts
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is aiming to promote reduced recidivism with a measure that would prevent insurance companies operating in Illinois from engaging in discrimination, denying coverage or charging higher premiums to applicants or insured people based on their status as a formerly convicted person.
Rep. Davis and Advocates to Hold Press Conference on Making Utility Rates More Affordable, PURR Act
Springfield, Ill. – To bring attention to rising utility rates, state Rep. Will Davis, Homewood, will join Illinois residents and advocacy organizations to promote legislative solutions to improve oversight of utility rates and provide additional protections to ensure affordability.
Avelar to Host Women in Business Roundtable
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — In honor of Women’s History Month, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, in partnership with the Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a Women in Business roundtable event on Monday, March 27 from 8-9 a.m. at the Bolingbrook Chamber Office located at 201 Canterbury Lane, Suite B in Bolingbrook
Mayfield Bill Would Require Off-Site Removal of Coal Ash
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is fighting to safeguard fresh water resources, particularly Lake Michigan, with a bill that would require operators of coal-fired power plants to remove toxic byproducts of coal power generation to safe locations—rather than burying it in place using “ponds” which are lined and capped with concrete.
Kifowit Measure would Implement Review System for Autonomous Vehicles
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As autonomous vehicles become more common on roadways, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is pushing a plan that would update the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) technical reviews of vehicles to ensure they are safe and street legal before being sold in the state.
Scherer-Backed Bill Guaranteeing Paid Leave Bill Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Workers will receive a guaranteed five days of paid personal time off or sick leave under a new law backed by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur.
Manley to Host CASA Event, Honor Retiring Judge
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — As a fierce advocate for children in Will County and across Illinois, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, will emcee CASA of River Valley’s Have a Heart for the Child Gala the evening of March 25 at Bolingbrook Golf Club.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Measure to Limit Cat Declawing Passes House of Representatives
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently advanced her measure to focus on humane treatment for cats and limit the practice of declawing out of the House of Representatives.
MedGlobal, Rep. Rashid Applaud Governor Pritzker and Illinois Emergency Management Agency for Supporting Earthquake Victims
BERWYN, IL – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D- Bridgeview, applauds Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) for releasing emergency medical supplies to earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.
Hirschauer Highlighting New Law Requiring Five Days of Paid Time Off For Employees
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — Every worker in Illinois will have access to paid leave that can be used for any reason under a new law backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia.
Manley Celebrates Illinois’ Latest Credit Upgrade, Return to Fiscal Stability
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois received an upgrade of its bonds to A3 by Moody’s Investor Service today, thanks in part to the leadership of state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet.
Ford Passes Plan to Issue Special Autism Awareness License Plate Decals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, passed a measure out of the House Wednesday that would allow drivers to use license plates with a special autism awareness decal.
Delgado-backed Lifesaving Water Safety Legislation Passed out of House Committee
CHICAGO – In Illinois, drowning is one of the leading causes of death and serious injury for young children, and under new water safety legislation introduced by state Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, children will learn critical skills to stay safe while in the water.
Delgado Protects Seniors, Most Vulnerable with New Limits on Utility Disconnection During Heat
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, is working to prevent utility companies from shutting off access during heat advisory events with newly-introduced legislation.