Latest Updates:
Friday: Ammons Hosts Emergency SNAP Briefing with Faraci
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – In response to the Trump administration threatening SNAP benefits for more than 360,000 Illinoisans, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is hosting an emergency briefing this Friday with state Sen. Paul Faraci, D-Champaign, for residents to learn more about the federal cuts taking effect in November.
Avelar responde a la presencia de la Guardia Nacional de Tejas en el Condado de Will
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Rep. estatal Dagmara ‘Dee’ Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, publicó la siguiente declaración para responder a la presencia de la Guardia Nacional de Tejas en el Condado de Will esta mañana:
Avelar Responds to Texas National Guard Presence in Will County
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, released the following statement in response to this morning’s Texas National Guard presence in Will County:
Avelar Highlights Over $95 Million in Local Roads Funding
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Committed to repairing and modernizing infrastructure across her communities, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is celebrating recent funding secured for Will County roads, sidewalks, bridges and other key safety improvements for both pedestrians and drivers.
Rep. Lilly Responds to the Arrest of an Oak Park Man at Broadview ICE Facility
OAK PARK, ILL. State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, released the following statement after an Oak Park man was arrested at a protest outside of the ICE facility protest in Broadview last week:
Stuart to Attend Reception for Newly Imagined Madison County Museum and Exhibits
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be at the Madison County Historical Society Reception, where they will unveil the newly imagined Madison County History Museum and its exhibit designs. The reception will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 715 N. Main St. in Edwardsville.
Davis Encourages Residents to Apply for Property Tax Relief Through the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is working to connect homeowners struggling with high property taxes with relief by encouraging those who have faced a sharp rise in their property tax bills to apply for support through the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund.
Scherer Announces Library Grants Coming to Her District
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – New funding secured by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, will improve library services, literacy programs, and technology access within the community.
Gill Recognized as Legislative Champion for First Responders by 100 Club
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, was named a Legislative Champion for first responders and their families by The 100 Club of Chicago, recognizing her efforts to provide police officers and firefighters with the resources they need on the job and at home.
Scherer Announces Road Improvement Grants Coming to Her District
Springfield, Ill. – New funding secured by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, will enhance roadways, bridges, and rail safety in Central Illinois communities, helping ensure stronger and safer transportation for residents, commuters, and local economies.
Crawford to Attend National Medicaid Policy Conference in D.C. Next Week
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, will join representatives in Washington D.C. Oct. 6-8 for The Council of State Government’s Medicaid Leaders Development Program to discuss Medicaid’s state-federal partnerships and bring back solutions to challenges facing enrollment and coverage for Illinoisans.
Buckner Announces Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to Promote Comprehensive and Equitable Maternal Health Options
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, announced the recent release of the Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint—a result of the Illinois Birth Equity Initiative he helped pass last year—which creates a long-term roadmap for improving birth outcomes for all Illinois mothers.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Announces Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to Promote Comprehensive and Equitable Maternal Health Options
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, announced the recent release of the Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint—a result of the Illinois Birth Equity Initiative he helped pass last year—which creates a long-term roadmap for improving birth outcomes for all Illinois mothers, no matter their background or circumstances.
Avelar Responds to Federal Government Shutdown
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, released the following statement reflecting on the first day of the federal government shutdown:
Kelly Spreads Awareness of Energy Assistance Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is reminding modest-income families and older adults facing rising utility bills of the state’s home energy assistance program, and encouraging residents to apply for relief beginning October 1.
Ammons Celebrates Local Grant Expanding Pedestrian Path to University
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Working to improve campus accessibility for college students and local residents, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting more than $1.6 million in funding for the city of Urbana to expand its local pedestrian network, fully connecting the city to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Canty Held Community Town Hall to Hear from Residents, was Joined by Special Guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, was joined by special guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch at a community town hall to give local residents an opportunity to discuss the issues that matter to them with state leaders.
DuBuclet Invites Local Leaders and Residents to Museum Tour
CHICAGO – In an effort to recognize and celebrate the importance of museums in Chicago’s art ecosystem and ensure they continue to function amid federal cuts, state Rep. Kim DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is inviting those interested in learning more to attend her upcoming museum tour.