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Hoffman Responds to Pritzker’s State of the State, Urges Good Stewardship of State Finances
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address:
![Rep. Nichols: Rebuilding Illinois’ Fiscal House a Path to Positive Change for the Most Vulnerable](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Nichols.jpg)
Rep. Nichols: Rebuilding Illinois’ Fiscal House a Path to Positive Change for the Most Vulnerable
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, released the following statement:
![Harper Responds to State of the State, Calls for Renewed Focus on Equity and Economic Justice](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Harper.jpg)
Harper Responds to State of the State, Calls for Renewed Focus on Equity and Economic Justice
CHICAGO – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address, state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
![Kelly Issues Statement Following Governor’s Address to General Assembly](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Kelly.jpg)
Kelly Issues Statement Following Governor’s Address to General Assembly
CHICAGO – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address Wednesday, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement of support.
![Lilly Reacts to Governor’s State of the State, Urges Support for Human Service Providers](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Lilly.jpg)
Lilly Reacts to Governor’s State of the State, Urges Support for Human Service Providers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address:
![Hanson Responds to Governor’s State of the State, Underscores Need to Leave No Families Behind](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hanson.jpg)
Hanson Responds to Governor’s State of the State, Underscores Need to Leave No Families Behind
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Aurora, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address:
![Rep. Nabeela Syed Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Reproductive Rights, Prescription Drug Affordability](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Syed.jpg)
Rep. Nabeela Syed Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Reproductive Rights, Prescription Drug Affordability
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, issued the following statement in response to Governor Pritzker’s State of the State address on Wednesday:
![Rep. Barbara Hernandez Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Education, Reproductive Rights](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Hernandez-B.jpg)
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Education, Reproductive Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued the following response to Gov. Pritzker’s State of the State address on Wednesday:
![West Responds to Governor’s State of the State Address, Urges Investment to Support Education, Job Training and Public Safety](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/West.jpg)
West Responds to Governor’s State of the State Address, Urges Investment to Support Education, Job Training and Public Safety
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address:
![Rep. Hoan Huynh to Advocate for Improved Access to Healthcare, Support for Immigrants on Critical House Committees](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Huynh.jpg)
Rep. Hoan Huynh to Advocate for Improved Access to Healthcare, Support for Immigrants on Critical House Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Huynh, D-Chicago, will use his roles on several House legislative committees to focus on expanding access to healthcare and housing, protecting human rights and immigrants, and maintaining the states infrastructure to support the state’s economy.
![Ford Encourages Governor to Direct Resources to Stop Drug Overdose Epidemic](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Ford.jpg)
Ford Encourages Governor to Direct Resources to Stop Drug Overdose Epidemic
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Gov. J.B. Pritzker prepares for his annual State of the State Address, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is encouraging the governor to send a strong message on the need to prioritize funding for efforts aimed at preventing fatal drug overdoses – especially fentanyl and in areas hardest hit, including the South and West Sides of Chicago.
![Scherer to Fight for Consumer and Veteran Rights, Education Funding on Important Committees](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Scherer.jpg)
Scherer to Fight for Consumer and Veteran Rights, Education Funding on Important Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, will continue her efforts to properly fund Central Illinois schools, to address the teacher shortage, and protect the rights of consumers and veterans as a member of several key committees.
![Hernandez Appointed to Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Hernandez-214x300.jpg)
Hernandez Appointed to Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will continue to fight for fair funding for critical services as a member of a key budget forecasting panel:
![Black Caucus to Hold Press Conference Following Governor’s Address](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ammons.jpg)
Black Caucus to Hold Press Conference Following Governor’s Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus will discuss their budget priorities at a press conference 15 minutes after the conclusion of the governor’s 12 p.m. budget address in front of the 2nd floor staircase of the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
![Delgado to Focus on Childcare, Utilities Access and Transportation Improvements on Key House Committees](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Delgado.jpg)
Delgado to Focus on Childcare, Utilities Access and Transportation Improvements on Key House Committees
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, will prioritize expanding child care access to low-income families, working with community stakeholders on improving judicial procedures and utility access and safety for Illinois motorists in her positions on key House committees for the new legislative session.
![DeLuca Highlights $400k Grant for Bethel Family Resource Center as Part of Pre-Apprenticeship Program](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DeLuca.jpg)
DeLuca Highlights $400k Grant for Bethel Family Resource Center as Part of Pre-Apprenticeship Program
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – Following the advocacy of state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, the Bethel Family Resource Center is in line to receive a $400,000 grant as part of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
![DeLuca Highlights $400k Grant for Bethel Family Resource Center as Part of Pre-Apprenticeship Program](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DeLuca.jpg)
DeLuca Encourages Residents to Highlight Locally-Made Products, Nominate Businesses for “Makers’ Madness”
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, is encouraging residents to nominate local businesses for the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMA) “Makers’ Madness” contest, which annually awards and highlights the “coolest thing made in Illinois.”
![Ford Encourages Governor to Direct Resources to Stop Drug Overdose Epidemic](https://ilhousedems.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Ford.jpg)
Ford Contributes to Scholarship Fund for Students at Michele Clark Magnet School
CHICAGO – Last week, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, visited Michele Clark Magnet School for a mental health fair and to kick off a scholarship fund aimed at helping students continue their education.