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Benton Introduces Bill to Help More Seniors with Their Property Taxes
PLAINFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is working to help ease property taxes for older adults by introducing a bill to ensure they remain eligible for a key tax exemption amidst continued inflation.
Hoffman Urges Updates to IDFPR Licensing Process
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Concerned about the delays area nurses and other licensed professionals routinely face while trying to obtain and renew a state license for their job, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is encouraging the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to update its license review process so that the department can handle applications more effectively.
Manley Passes Legislation Increasing Mental Health Resources Available for Children
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to ensure that kids are able to get the help they need when they have mental health troubles, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, passed a measure which was signed into law that will help treat children who are starting fires, which is often a sign of underlying mental health issues.
Humane Society Awards Rep. Lisa Hernandez Perfect Score
CICERO, Ill. – Committed to making Illinois a more humane place and advancing compassionate treatment legislation, state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, received a 100% on the 2023 Humane Society Scorecard.
Manley Highlights Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, Continues to Work to Fight the Disease
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to help raise awareness about ways to potentially delay Alzheimer’s onset or help residents get an early diagnosis, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is using this Alzheimer’s Awareness Month to spread the word about the disease and ensure that residents have the information they need to combat it.
DuBuclet Encourages Local Residents to Stay Current With Immunizations
CHICAGO – Ahead of the fall surge in flu, COVID-19 and other related illnesses, state Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is encouraging the community members to stay up-to-date with their immunizations.
Rep. Walsh, Local Legislators to Host Veterans Breakfast
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., D-Elwood, and other local officials will honor local veterans at Walsh’s annual Veterans Day breakfast, scheduled for Friday, Nov. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Stone City VFW, 124 Stone City Drive in Joliet.
Rep. Nabeela Syed, Congresswoman Schakowsky, Join Local Group ‘My Density Matters,’ to Push for Expanded Cancer Care at State and Federal Levels
PALATINE, Ill. – State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, and Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, D-IL 9th, are joining with local nonprofit My Density Matters to push for state and federal legislation addressing gaps in breast cancer medical coverage.
DuBuclet Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Protect Women’s Access to Reproductive Health Medication
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is fighting to protect reproductive rights by demanding the Supreme Court preserve access to mifepristone and other medications vital to women’s health.
‘Oficina Embrujada’ del Rep. Gonzalez Regresa por Segunda Vez
CHICAGO – El Representante estatal Edgar Gonzalez Jr, D-Chicago, presenta el evento ‘Oficina Embrujada’ por segunda vez, prometiendo sustos grandes, muchos dulces, y recursos para la familia.
Rep. Gonzalez ‘Haunted Office’ Returns for 2nd Year
CHICAGO – State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez Jr’s, D-Chicago, ‘Haunted Office’ event returns for the second year in a row, promising big scares, Halloween candy, and resources for families.
DuBuclet Invites Local Residents to Mobile DMV Event
CHICAGO –To assist local residents access driver, vehicle and other services offered by the Illinois Secretary of State’s office, state Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to attend a mobile DMV day at the Chicago Urban League (CUL).
Vella Reacts to Belvidere Assembly Plant News
BELVIDERE, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, issued the following statement regarding a tentative deal between the UAW and automaker Stellantis that is expected to update and reopen the Belvidere Assembly Plant:
Rep. Rashid Invited to White House by President to Discuss Artificial Intelligence
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, is headed to Washington, DC today after being invited to the White House to discuss issues related to “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence.”
Mason Receives 100% Score from Illinois Humane Society
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, received the highest rating from the Illinois Humane Society for her advocacy for animal and animal rights causes.
Mah Announces Construction of Clean Energy Contractor Job Hubs in Chicago
CHICAGO – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, announced the release of funds for the launch of 13 clean energy contractor job creation hubs to be built across Illinois, with some set to begin operation in Chicago soon.
Harper Invites Those Negatively Affected by USDA Loan Discrimination to Virtual Workshop
CHICAGO — State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is extending an invitation to residents for an informative online workshop aimed at addressing the historical impacts of discrimination in loan programs administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Rep. Gonzalez To Hold Hearing On Artificial Intelligence
CHICAGO – State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez Jr, D-Chicago, will join the members of the House Judiciary – Civil and Cybersecurity, Data Analytics and IT Committees on Wednesday to discuss how emerging technologies and artificial intelligence will impact Illinois families.