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Harper Highlights Comprehensive Food System and Agricultural Equity Agenda Ahead of Black Farmers and Growers Lobby Day
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of the 4th Annual Black Farmers and Growers Lobby Day on Wednesday, May 6, at the Illinois State Capitol Building, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is highlighting a comprehensive package of legislation aimed at strengthening Illinois’ food systems, expanding access to farmland, advancing equity in agriculture and cannabis policy, and investing in communities historically excluded from state-supported agricultural opportunities.
Vella Passes Bill Creating Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed a bill creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting the rights and freedoms of college and university students.
Briel Bill Protecting Patient Homes from Hospital Legal Action Passes House Chamber
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to protect homeowners from medical debt, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is advancing a bill ensuring patients’ primary residence and property cannot be used in legal action by hospitals seeking to recover unpaid medical debt.
Kelly Passes Bill Launching Blue Envelope Program
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is making interactions between law enforcement and individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder safer and easier. The Blue Envelope Program intends to support safe and effective communication for all involved parties.
Stuart Passes Bill Expanding Insurance Coverage of Hormonal Menopause Treatment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is working to help patients manage menopause symptoms, certain types of cancer, and other conditions by sponsoring and passing legislation requiring insurance companies to cover up to 12 months of hormone replacement therapy medication.
Mussman Passes Legislation to Improve Trauma Training in Schools
SPRINGFIELDS, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, passed a bill improving trauma training in schools, clarifying how trauma is both understood and responded to in the school environment.
Ammons-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Passes House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Chung Supports Bill Creating Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, passed a bill creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting the rights and freedoms of college and university students.
Canty Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — With some states increasingly hostile toward bodily autonomy, state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is fighting to keep personal health information private with the Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act to limit abortion-related medical information from crossing state lines.
Hernandez Measure to Secure Aid for Businesses Impacted by Economic Disruptions Passes House Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed legislation out of the House on Thursday that would study how the state can best secure and deploy economic resources to small businesses that have struggled to bounce back from economic disruptions such as those caused by federal immigration operations.
Harper Bill to Boost Natural Flood Protection Projects Passes House
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is celebrating a key step forward in strengthening Illinois’ flood preparedness and environmental resilience after her legislation to support natural flood risk reduction projects passed the House.
Deuter Bill to Boost Housing for Middle-Income Earners Passes House
Middle-income families will have an easier time finding housing in their communities, under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst.
Cochran Passes Bill Creating Enforceable Transparency for Diaper Ingredients
State Rep. Justin Cochran, D-Des Plaines, passed a bill Tuesday requiring transparency from diaper-makers as to the materials in their products.
Vella Hosts Keith Country Day School’s Scholastic Bowl Team Recognition
State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, hosted Keith Country Day School’s Scholastic Bowl team on April 10 at Keith Country Day School in Rockford to recognize their win at the Illinois High School Association Class 1A State Championship.
Crawford-Backed Measure to Expand Preventive Heart Screenings Passes House
State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, is recognizing a significant step forward in expanding preventive health care after legislation he co-sponsored to improve access to life-saving heart screenings passed the House.
Ford Reacts to Restart of Services at West Suburban Medical Center, Urges Proper Procedures to Protect Patients
State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Wednesday as West Suburban Medical Center unexpectedly began resuming some outpatient services:
Ortíz Passes Measure to Create Higher Education Bill of Rights to Protect Against Trump’s Attacks
State Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, advanced a measure on Tuesday to create a Higher Education Student Bill of Rights, aiming to enshrine protections for freedom of speech, organization and academic integrity on college campuses in light of federal attacks on higher education institutions.
Hernandez To Host Mental Health First Aid Training for Youth in Spanish on April 29
State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is inviting residents to attend an in- person Mental Health First Aid Training for Youth, given in Spanish, in partnership with the Family Service Association of Greater Elgin on Wednesday, April 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.