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Hoffman Effort to Strengthen Workplace Rights Bureau Heads to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul to strengthen the Workplace Rights Bureau, close loopholes and hold bad actors accountable is heading to the governor for final approval.
Grasse Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to restore affordability for Illinois households, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is advancing a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices and requiring businesses fairly compensate consumers.
Morris Bill Protecting Patients from Medical Debt Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, advanced legislation to the governor’s desk that would protect Illinois patients from losing their homes because of unpaid medical debt.
Crawford Bill Expanding Apprenticeships in Barbering and Cosmetology Across Illinois Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation to the governor’s desk that creates apprenticeship pathways in the barbering and cosmetology industries across Illinois.
Mah Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, advanced a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices, and requiring businesses to fairly compensate consumers.
Hernandez-backed Measure Expanding Barber and Cosmetology Licensure Opportunities Passes Senate Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan in Springfield backed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, would establish a debt-free pathway for people seeking careers in cosmetology and barbering, better enabling them to gain hands-on experience and earn their license.
Stuart Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to restore affordability for Illinois households, state State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is advancing a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices, and requiring businesses to fairly compensate consumers.
Canty Bill Protecting Patient Homes from Aggressive Medical Debt Collection Methods Passes Both Chambers
Working to protect homeowners from medical debt, state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is sending a bill to Governor JB Pritzker’s desk ensuring patients’ primary residences and property cannot be used in legal action by hospitals seeking to recover unpaid medical debt.
Ortíz-backed Bill Addressing Issues with Digital Coupons Passes Senate Vote
A bill, backed by state Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, requiring all grocery chains that offer e-coupons in Illinois to provide, and honor, a physical coupon alternative passed out of the Senate on Wednesday, and now heads to the governor for final approval.
Ness Tributes Local Leader, ALS Fighter During ALS Awareness Month
State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, is celebrating a local woman’s retirement from an impressive service career as director of the Johnsburg Public Library while also highlighting her fight battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) amid ALS Awareness Month.
DeLaRosa Bill Protecting Patient Homes from Hospital Legal Action Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Working to protect homeowners from medical debt, state Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, is advancing a bill to the governor’s desk for consideration that ensures patients’ primary residence and property cannot be used in legal action by hospitals seeking to recover unpaid medical debt.
Briel Bill Protecting Patients from Medical Debt Sent to Governor
State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is advancing a bill to the governor’s desk for consideration ensuring patients’ primary residence and property cannot be used in legal action by hospitals seeking to recover unpaid medical debt.
Gabel-Backed Bill Protecting Patient Homes from Hospital Legal Action Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to protect homeowners from medical debt, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, is sending a bill to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk ensuring patients’ primary residence and property cannot be used in legal action by hospitals seeking to recover unpaid medical debt.
Ness Bill Strengthening Savings for Illinoisans With Disabilities Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to improve disability savings and services, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, is sending a bill to the governor for consideration promoting access to ABLE account cost-saving benefits for Illinoisans with disabilities.
Gill Advances Measure Allowing 18-year-olds to Serve as Deputy Sheriff
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Advocating for first responder concerns, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is advancing legislation that would allow 18-year-olds to be appointed as a correctional officer or full-time deputy sheriff.
Jiménez Honored at Illinois Housing Summit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, was recognized for her commitment to serving Illinois residents and combating homelessness during the 2026 Home Illinois Summit hosted by the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness. The summit was held on May 12th and 13th at the Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Center.
Ryan, ‘The Bear’ Actor to Hold Press Conference Highlighting State Sandwich Bill
EVERGREEN PARK, Ill.— State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, will join FX’s The Bear actor Corey Hendrix on Wednesday, May 20, at 12:45 p.m. in the parking lot between the Capitol and Howlett Building to celebrate the ongoing work designating the Italian Beef sandwich as the official state sandwich of Illinois, including the passage of House Bill 4669 and House Resolution 910.
Harper Calls for Greater Equity, Reform at Statewide Town Hall
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the gathering of operators, advocates, farmers, regulators, and community members for a timely discussion titled “The State of Cannabis, Hemp & Equity in Illinois: Progress, Challenges & What Comes Next,” which examined the current state of Illinois’ cannabis and hemp industries and the ongoing effort to fulfill the state’s equity commitments, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, emphasized that while progress has been made, work remains to ensure equity and opportunity stay at the forefront of the industry’s future.