Latest Updates:
Walker Sworn into New Term, Emphasizes Work to Curb Gun Violence, Protect Reproductive Freedoms, Support Jobs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, issued the following statement Wednesday after being sworn in for a new term:
Organizer, Lifelong Skokie Resident Olickal Takes Office with Focus on Health Care, Workforce Development
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, took office Wednesday as new progressive voice for northwest side communities. Building on career spent helping communities build political power, Olickal will use his seat in the House to crack down on illegal guns, protect the right to choose, make health care more affordable, and make sure local voices heard in Springfield.
Blair-Sherlock Takes Oath, Begins General Assembly Focused on Supporting Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, issued the following statement Wednesday after being sworn in for her first full term:
Canty Inaugurated to First Term, Committed to Fiscal Responsibility, Gun Violence Prevention
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Continuing her career in public service, state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, took the oath of office Wednesday, becoming the new state representative for northwest suburban Cook County.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Lays Out Goals for New Term
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued this statement at the beginning of a new legislative session:
New Rep. Nabeela Syed Lays Out Goals for First Term
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, was inaugurated Wednesday, beginning her effort to provide tax relief, make health care more affordable, support local businesses, and keep suburban communities safe.
Gordon-Booth Passes Paid Leave Bill; Grants Employees Five Days Each Year; Governor Expected to Sign
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Employees would be entitled to a minimum of five days per year of paid leave for any personal reason under a negotiated plan passed Tuesday by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria.
Buckner Sends Assault Weapons Ban to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, in an effort to crack down on violent crime, voted to pass the landmark gun safety reform, the Protect Illinois Communities Act, which will now go to the Governor’s desk for signature.
Rep. Delgado Sworn In, Continues Service to 3rd District
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, was sworn in as the 3rd District’s state representative, continuing her fight for a better Illinois:
Rep. Gonzalez Inaugurated, Pushes for Critical Legislation
CHICAGO – State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez Jr., D-Chicago, was sworn in Thursday, continuing his service to the 23rd District.
Hirschauer Sends Assault Weapons Ban to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — After months of negotiation and advocacy, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, helped pass the Protect Illinois Communities Act Tuesday. The bill now heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk for signature.
Ford Highlights West Side Heroin/Opioid Task Force Outreach Team Schedule
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is encouraging area residents to attend an outreach event from the West Side Heroin/Opioid Task Force Outreach Team, who offer on-site training for residents on how to respond to overdoses as well as free Narcan kits.
Ammons Joins Women’s Caucus as Vice Chair
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, issued the following statement in response to her appointment to the Illinois House Democratic Women’s Caucus:
Ammons Passes Historic Gun Safety and Abortion Legislation, Protects Illinois Families
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, issued a statement, following the passage late Thursday evening of record gun safety and reproductive health legislation:
Delgado Hails Gun Safety Legislation
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation protecting reproductive and gender-affirming health services, pushing back against recent regression at the federal level:
Delgado Passes Reproductive Health Legislation
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, helped pass legislation protecting reproductive and gender-affirming health services, pushing back against recent regression at the federal level:
Stava-Murray Hails Passage of Protect Illinois Communities Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, passed legislation banning assault-style weapons, high-capacity magazines, and rapid-fire firearm modifications statewide Thursday, shortly after joining activists and advocates from across the state who had gathered to encourage lawmakers to pass the bill.
Harper Statement on Protect Illinois Communities Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the passage early Friday morning of the Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA), state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement.