Latest Updates:
Rep. Lilly Responds to the Arrest of an Oak Park Man at Broadview ICE Facility
OAK PARK, ILL. State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, released the following statement after an Oak Park man was arrested at a protest outside of the ICE facility protest in Broadview last week:
Stuart to Attend Reception for Newly Imagined Madison County Museum and Exhibits
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will be at the Madison County Historical Society Reception, where they will unveil the newly imagined Madison County History Museum and its exhibit designs. The reception will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 715 N. Main St. in Edwardsville.
Davis Encourages Residents to Apply for Property Tax Relief Through the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, is working to connect homeowners struggling with high property taxes with relief by encouraging those who have faced a sharp rise in their property tax bills to apply for support through the Cook County Homeowner Relief Fund.
Benton Congratulates Former Army Staff Sergeant Awarded Mortgage-Free Home
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, congratulates Staff Sergeant Tomee Phetsisouk—a decorated combat veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, in which he served as an infantry squad leader—after Phetsisouk and his two daughters were awarded a mortgage-free home on Oct. 1 through non-profit Building Homes for Heroes, in association with homebuilder PulteGroup’s Built to Honor program.
Scherer Announces Library Grants Coming to Her District
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – New funding secured by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, will improve library services, literacy programs, and technology access within the community.
Gill Recognized as Legislative Champion for First Responders by 100 Club
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, was named a Legislative Champion for first responders and their families by The 100 Club of Chicago, recognizing her efforts to provide police officers and firefighters with the resources they need on the job and at home.
Scherer Announces Road Improvement Grants Coming to Her District
Springfield, Ill. – New funding secured by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, will enhance roadways, bridges, and rail safety in Central Illinois communities, helping ensure stronger and safer transportation for residents, commuters, and local economies.
Crawford to Attend National Medicaid Policy Conference in D.C. Next Week
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, will join representatives in Washington D.C. Oct. 6-8 for The Council of State Government’s Medicaid Leaders Development Program to discuss Medicaid’s state-federal partnerships and bring back solutions to challenges facing enrollment and coverage for Illinoisans.
Buckner Announces Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to Promote Comprehensive and Equitable Maternal Health Options
CHICAGO — State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, announced the recent release of the Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint—a result of the Illinois Birth Equity Initiative he helped pass last year—which creates a long-term roadmap for improving birth outcomes for all Illinois mothers.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Announces Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint to Promote Comprehensive and Equitable Maternal Health Options
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, announced the recent release of the Illinois Birth Equity Blueprint—a result of the Illinois Birth Equity Initiative he helped pass last year—which creates a long-term roadmap for improving birth outcomes for all Illinois mothers, no matter their background or circumstances.
Avelar Responds to Federal Government Shutdown
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, released the following statement reflecting on the first day of the federal government shutdown:
Kelly Spreads Awareness of Energy Assistance Program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is reminding modest-income families and older adults facing rising utility bills of the state’s home energy assistance program, and encouraging residents to apply for relief beginning October 1.
Ammons Celebrates Local Grant Expanding Pedestrian Path to University
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Working to improve campus accessibility for college students and local residents, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting more than $1.6 million in funding for the city of Urbana to expand its local pedestrian network, fully connecting the city to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Canty Held Community Town Hall to Hear from Residents, was Joined by Special Guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, was joined by special guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch at a community town hall to give local residents an opportunity to discuss the issues that matter to them with state leaders.
DuBuclet Invites Local Leaders and Residents to Museum Tour
CHICAGO – In an effort to recognize and celebrate the importance of museums in Chicago’s art ecosystem and ensure they continue to function amid federal cuts, state Rep. Kim DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is inviting those interested in learning more to attend her upcoming museum tour.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Announces IDOT Grants to East Moline for Downtown Rebuild, Moline for Streetscaping
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, announced that the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) just released a $1.9 million grant to East Moline to fund their Greater Downtown Revitalization project and a $1 million grant to Moline for their River Drive Streetscaping project.
Hirschauer Responds to ICE Presence in West Chicago
That’s what I tell people who pass through our community of West Chicago on Route 59 or Route 38 on their way to other places. Take a detour, and explore our historic community that was built up and around the railroads, and by immigrants from all over the globe. Wander through our downtown, grab a strong coffee from our local coffee shop, enjoy homemade gorditas and deliciously soft concha.
Rep. Katie Stuart to Welcome House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch for Tour of SIUE
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart will welcome House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch to the Metro East, for a tour of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) on Wednesday, October 1. Stuart and Welch will hold a media availability at the National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC) on the SIUE campus, 400 University Park Drive in Edwardsville, at 3:00 p.m.