Latest Updates:
Naperville Riverwalk Project Receives $1.5 Million in New Funding
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – The planned Riverwalk South Gateway extension to the Naperville Riverwalk will break ground in 2024 thanks to a $700,000 gift from Edward-Elmhurst Health and $800,000 in state funding. State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr requested money for the project in the 2024 budget, which Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed June 7.
New Rashid Law Makes Illinois a Leader in Middle Eastern, North African Representation
BERWYN, Ill. – Residents of Middle Eastern and North African descent will be better recognized and have more equitable access to important state programs and resources under a new law enacted by state Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, making Illinois the first state to officially recognize Arab Americans and minority groups from the Middle East.
Gill and Cunningham Effort to Create Police-Focused PTSD Mental Health Coordinator Position Passed into Law
CHICAGO – As part of efforts to prioritize the mental health of law enforcement, a measure sponsored by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, and introduced by state Sen. Bill Cunningham, D-Chicago, will establish a statewide PTSD Mental Health Coordinator position under the Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
Jiménez-Backed Laws Seek to Expand Equity in Housing, Criminal Justice
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is expanding access to stable housing, and making the criminal justice system fairer with a series of equity-based reforms that are now law.
Jiménez-Backed Laws Seek to Expand Equity in Housing, Criminal Justice
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is expanding access to stable housing, and making the criminal justice system fairer with a series of equity-based reforms that are now law.
DeLuca-led Proposals Signed into Law, Expanding Insurance Coverage and Saving Taxpayer Dollars
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, is highlighting three measures he spearheaded that were recently signed into law – including a plan to ensure insurance coverage for children affected by neurological impairment.
Gill Attends National Night Out, Encourages Greater Support for Law Enforcement
CHICAGO – Last week state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, joined National Night Out events in support of the Chicago Police Department’s 22nd District and the Worth Police Department.
Avelar-Sponsored Recycling Bill Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to expand access to comprehensive recycling programs with a new law eyeing more efficient and environmentally friendly services.
Scherer Applauds Launch of First Steps College Savings Program
DECATUR, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is encouraging parents of newborns and young children to claim state college savings funds, available through the Illinois First Steps College Savings Program.
Rep. Lisa Hernandez Passes Funding Measures Supporting Scholarships for DREAMers and the United Negro College Fund
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, sustained funding for the DREAM Fund and the United Negro College Fund through two measures recently signed into law, continuing financial aid opportunities for deserving Black and Brown prospective college students.
Hernandez Bill Promoting Better Enforcement of Water Sanitation Regulations Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Cook County’s water management agency will be able to more quickly and efficiently hold accountable those who violate the law by improperly discharging waste into the sewage system—under a new law introduced by state Rep. Norma Hernandez, D-Melrose Park.
Benton Bill Aimed at Aiding Military Families Moving to Illinois Becomes Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Military members and their spouses who require professional certifications will have an easier time when moving to Illinois under a new law introduced by State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, that became law on Monday.
Kelly Supports First Responders with Training Reimbursement Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael J. Kelly, D-Chicago is working on behalf of EMTs and paramedics across the state, backing a bill that will reimburse them for expenses associated with required training.
Andrade Invites Community to ‘Meet and Greet’
CHICAGO – State Rep. Jaime Andrade Jr., D-Chicago, is continuing his commitment to connecting with Northwest Side residents by hosting a Meet and Greet on Sunday, Aug. 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hamlin Park. Residents are invited to bring their families for a free bouncy house, tacos and snow cones.
Benton Urges Eligible Veterans to Apply for PACT Act Benefits Ahead of Deadline
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of a looming Aug. 9 deadline, state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is urging any veterans who may be eligible for health care benefits under the 2022 federal PACT Act to apply for them.
Canty Measure to Promote Robust Early Childhood Education for All Signed into Law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — A bipartisan measure spearheaded by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, that guarantees all-day kindergarten for all Illinois children was signed into law this afternoon.
Friday: Gordon-Booth, Police Chief, Health Leaders to Discuss Implementation of Co-responder Program
PEORIA, Ill. – With funding secured for a co-responder program to focus on behavioral health and social service coordination with violence survivors, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will highlight efforts to get the program running in Peoria with Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria, Peoria City/County Health Department Public Health Administrator Monica Hendrickson and other community leaders at a press conference scheduled for Friday.
Manley’s Legislation Creating “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren” Support Program Signed into Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to ensure that older adults have the resources they need, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, passed legislation creating the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Pilot Program, which was signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday, Aug. 2. The program will begin on Jan. 1, 2024 and will connect Will County grandparents who are raising their grandchildren with relevant state-provided resources and services to ensure they are receiving the support they are entitled to.