Latest Updates:
Hoffman Works to Improve Commercial Driver Safety
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of efforts to improve roadway safety with commercial vehicles, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, teamed up with the Secretary of State to pass a plan to update commercial driving restrictions due to drug and alcohol failures, encourage safer procedures around railroad crossings and extend the validity of commercial learner’s permits (CLP).
Hirschauer Passes Bill to Reduce Gun Violence, Protect Illinois Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, passed a bill out of the Illinois House of Representatives Friday to further prevent gun violence and protect Illinois communities, particularly survivors of domestic abuse.
Huynh-Backed Legislation to Reduce Traffic Fatalities Passes Out of the House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago, is working to reduce traffic fatalities by passing a new measure to review and reform state road rules with an eye toward safety.
Rep. Rashid Passes Measure to Expand Planning for Affordable Housing
BERWYN, IL. – To help tackle the persistent and growing housing crisis, State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) passed legislation to improve planning for affordable housing in Illinois.
Rep. Syed Passes License to Read Act, Empowers Local Libraries
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, recently passed a measure to give the Secretary of State the power to negotiate with publishers of e-books and audiobooks on behalf of all Illinois libraries.
Canty, Pacione-Zayas Pass Bill to Increase Salary Transparency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Prospective employees may soon have access to increased salary transparency from potential employers, thanks to a new measure led by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty (D-Arlington Heights) and state Sen. Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D-Chicago).
Rep. Rashid Bill to Promote Dual Language Programs Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk
BERWYN, Ill. – Legislation to ensure the state of Illinois develops a blueprint to expand high-quality dual language programs in our public schools passed the Illinois Senate last week and now heads to Governor Pritzker’s desk. HB 3822, introduced by Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview), passed the Illinois House of Representatives in March.
Benton Voices Support for Volunteer Firefighter Tax Credit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is joining legislative colleagues in voicing support for a recent push to include tax credits for volunteer firefighters in the FY2024 Illinois Budget. The effort gained increased urgency following the deadly, 72-car pile up on Interstate 55 near Farmersville, IL, south of Springfield, which occurred on May 1 after a dust storm cut visibility to near zero, resulting in 7 deaths and over 30 injuries.
Canty to Hold Youth Art Competition
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is hosting an art contest for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Winning artwork will be displayed in “Mary Beth’s Rotating Art Museum” in her district and Springfield offices, as well as featured on social media.
Huynh Cracks Down on Deceptive Marketing Practices, Protects Consumers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago, is cracking down on junk mail and scammers with a new measure that hold businesses sending mail solicitations more accountable.
Huynh Improves Access to Healthcare by Requiring Insurance to Cover Liver Diagnostics
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Preventative liver screenings and other diagnostics will now be covered by insurers in Illinois under a bill that was championed by state Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago.
DeLuca Passes Plan to Streamline Municipal and School District Projects, Encourage Faster Completion and Save Taxpayer Dollars
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to streamline government processes and save taxpayers money, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, passed a plan out of the House this week that authorizes all municipalities and school districts to use the design-build delivery method for government construction contracts.
Hoffman Measure to Secure First Responder Benefits Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A bipartisan proposal led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and Comptroller Susana Mendoza to ensure first responders severely disabled by COVID in the early days of the pandemic receive proper Act of Duty benefits was signed into law Wednesday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Manley Passes Measure to Support Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Grandparents who are raising their grandchildren in Will County will enjoy a three year pilot program to connect them with helpful resources thanks to legislation passed by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet.
Huynh Passes Bill to Expand Access to Affordable Housing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Residents across the state will have better access to quality affordable housing under legislation passed by state Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago.
Mayfield Passes Bill to End Dog Breed Discrimination by Insurers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, recently passed a bill that protects dog owners from housing discrimination based on the breed of dog they own. Breed-based discrimination by can lead to higher prices and even to difficulty in finding affordable housing based on outdated and biased beliefs about what breeds are “dangerous.”
Avelar-Led Measure to Improve Language Access Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar to expand access to language support services statewide recently passed the Illinois House of Representatives.
Manley, Partners to Host Community Shred Day Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is partnering with the Village of Romeoville and state Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, to host a community shred day on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the village hall parking lot located at 1050 W. Romeo Road in Romeoville.