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Ford, Illinois Association of Black Real Estate Professionals to Host Property Tax Appeal Forum and Fair Dec. 9
CHICAGO – To help residents better understand their property taxes and how to appeal, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is teaming up with the Illinois Association of Black Real Estate Professionals and Cook County Commissioner Larry Rogers, Jr. for a property tax appeal forum and fair Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chicago Public Library’s Austin Branch, located at 5615 W. Race Ave. in Chicago.
Scherer Brings New Funding To Decatur to Improve Scovill Park
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is applauding improvements to the western trail at Scovill Park funded by $200,000 in grants from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
Buckner Introduces Collegiate Student-Athletes Bill of Rights and Improved Hazing Protection Measures
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, continues to lead the charge for student athletes’ rights in Illinois, as today he introduced two measures: the Student Athletes Bill of Rights and first-of-its-kind anti-hazing legislation.
Yang Rohr Bill Seeks to Expand Curriculum On Dangers Of Fentanyl
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is working to save lives and protect children from fentanyl by introducing bipartisan legislation to teach more students about the dangers of the drug.
Andrade Highlights IDOT Workshops for Minority-Owned Businesses
CHICAGO – Continuing his commitment to supporting minority-owned businesses in his community, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is touting new “Building Blocks of Success” workshops presented by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) throughout December.
Canty Advocates Tax Relief Bill for Families with Children
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D- Arlington Heights, is working for middle-class tax relief by backing legislation creating a new state tax credit that would provide significant tax relief for Illinois families with children or other dependents.
Hoffman Applauds IDOL Subpoena of U.S. Steel Regarding Granite City Layoffs
GRANITE CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, released the following statement Thursday after the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) issued a subpoena to U.S. Steel to investigate its compliance with the Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act regarding layoffs at the Granite City Works.
Manley Encourages Community Members to Write Letters of Support to Veterans During the Holidays
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – With the holiday season here, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting an opportunity for residents to give back to veterans residing at the state veterans’ homes by writing appreciation letters.
Mayfield Touts Workshops Aimed at Increasing State Contract Opportunities for Minorities
WAUKEGAN, Ill. — State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is promoting awareness of an upcoming series of workshops entitled “Building Blocks of Success” being offered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) focused on helping new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Workshops are currently scheduled between Dec. 5 and Dec. 21.
Stuart Highlights IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Businesses
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is promoting awareness of an upcoming series of workshops entitled “Building Blocks of Success” being offered by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) focused on helping new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs). Workshops are currently scheduled between Dec. 5 and Dec. 21.
Ford to Discuss Psychedelic Therapy Legalization Efforts with Veterans at Town Hall Wednesday
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will provide an update to veterans on his efforts to legalize psychedelic therapy at a town hall discussion scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Dorman-Dunn Post 547 at 2129 W. Cermak Rd. in Chicago.
Gill Backs Plan to Ensure All Retired CPD Officers Receive 3% COLA
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, recently supported an effort to ensure all retired Chicago Police Department officers receive a 3% non-compounded cost of living adjustment (COLA), replacing existing statute that provides a lower, 1.5% non-compounded COLA for officers born after Jan. 1, 1966.
Ammons Highlights IDOT Workshops for Minority-Owned Businesses
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting workshops from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) open to businesses owned and operated by people of color throughout the month of December.
Stava-Murray Holds ‘Toys for Tots’ Donation Drive
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, is holding a donation drive in support of ‘Toys for Tots’ on Thursday, December 7 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at her district service office, 633 Rogers St., Suite 110 in Downers Grove.
Rep. Sharon Chung Encourages Local Businesses to Apply for Newest Round of Back-to-Business Grants
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is recommending all eligible local businesses apply for a grant from the B2B NewBiz program. This program is designed to support businesses that struggled to qualify for past relief due to opening too recently.
Manley Highlights the Opening of New Business Grant Program
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to ensure that new businesses are being set up for success, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is encouraging local business owners who started their business during the COVID-19 pandemic to take advantage of a new state grant program that provides funds to businesses most impacted by the pandemic.
Kelly Holding ‘Toys for Tots’ Drive
CHICAGO — State Rep. Michael J. Kelly, D-Chicago, is holding a ‘Toys for Tots’ drive, in conjunction with Alderman Samantha Nugent, now through December 15. Donations can be dropped off at Kelly and Nugent’s shared office, 4200 W. Lawrence Ave. in Chicago. Drop-off hours are Mondays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Buckner Asks Commuter Transit Authorities to Expand Public Transit Access
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is reaching out to leaders of the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) and Metra Metropolitan Rail as well as the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Regional Transportation Authority to expand access to public transit in the greater Chicago area.