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Benton Law Expands Housing Options for Veterans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is working to end veteran homelessness with a new law expanding access to affordable housing for returning service members.
Rep. Nabeela Syed to Hold Solar Energy Town Hall
PALATINE, Ill. – State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, is holding a town hall to hear from the Palatine community about their thoughts and answer questions on the future of solar energy in Illinois.
Harper Law Steps Up State’s Response to SNAP Theft
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is promoting a stepped-up response to the pervasive and growing issue of SNAP theft by passing a new law which will require the state agency in charge of the SNAP program to collect data on SNAP theft and to create reports to enable the General Assembly to better craft effective legislation around the problem.
Ammons Applauds Landmark Criminal Justice Reforms Taking Effect
URBANA, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, released the following statement at Monday morning’s Blue Room press conference applauding the end of cash bail in Illinois as bail reform provisions of the SAFE-T Act take effect:
Yang Rohr Introduces Bill to Protect Waterways, Announces Upcoming Nature Hike Showcasing River
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – Bringing the 41st District’s climate-conscious ethos to Springfield, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, introduced legislation that encourages stakeholders to clean up rivers and waterways in their neighborhood and coordinated an accompanying nature hike with the Sierra Club to highlight the community’s biodiversity.
Gordon-Booth Invites Residents to Free Shred Day Saturday, Sept. 16
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is encouraging residents to properly dispose of old paperwork and protect themselves from identity theft at her annual community shred day scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the north parking lot of the Landmark Recreation Center, located at 3225 Dries Ln. in Peoria.
Moylan Hotline Law to Help Police Combat Carjacking
DES PLAINES, Ill. – A new law by state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, will help law enforcement work together to locate vehicles that have been hijacked or used in a kidnapping by establishing a hotline to connect law enforcement agencies with each other as well as with vehicle manufacturers and vehicle location vendors.
Ford Secures Funding for Flooding Assistance, Urges Austin Nonprofits to Apply for State Dollars
CHICAGO – In response to the significant flooding Chicago’s West Side faced earlier this summer, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has worked with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to open up a $1 million grant opportunity for nonprofits offering assistance to area residents dealing with damage to their property.
Ammons Encourages Community Nominate Teachers, Staff for ISBE Awards
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Committed to showcasing the important role educational staff play in preparing the next generation, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is encouraging community members to nominate teachers, staff, and personnel for the Those Who Excel and Teacher of the Year awards through the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Manley Recognizes National Suicide Prevention Week, Continues Efforts to Strengthen Mental Health Resources
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to provide mental health support to residents across Illinois, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting National Suicide Prevention Week, which takes place from Sunday, Sept. 10 to Saturday, Sept. 16.
Morgan Receives NIU College of Law Public Service Award
CHICAGO – State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, is set to receive the 2023 Public Service Award from the Northern Illinois University (NIU) College of Law on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the Union League Club of Chicago, 65 W. Jackson Blvd. in Chicago.
Kelly Promotes Traffic Safety with Law Banning Video Chat While Driving
CHICAGO – Drivers in Illinois will be prohibited from using videoconferencing or video chat applications such as Zoom or Google Meet while operating a vehicle under a new law passed by state Rep. Michael J. Kelly, D-Chicago.
Manley, Bertino-Tarrant, Cappel, Avelar to Host Grandparents Day Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to recognize older adults and provide them with the resources they deserve, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is partnering with Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, state Rep. Dee Avelar, Senior Services of Will County, and the Village of Romeoville to host a Grandparents Day Event. Attendees will be able to enjoy activities such as bingo and mahjong while also meeting with local leaders and community organizations, such as the Senior Services of Will County, to learn more about the programs and resources available to help older adults.
Scherer Wishes A Speedy Recovery for Injured ADM Employees
DECATUR, Ill. – In the wake of a Sunday evening explosion at Archer Daniels Midland Company’s (ADM) processing plant, located in Decatur, that hospitalized 8 employees, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, issued the following statement:
Avelar Passes Law Promoting Safety, Privacy During School Board Meetings
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is prioritizing safe schools with a new law empowering school boards to hear sensitive information in a more private setting when considering matters of student and faculty safety.
Mah Joins Illinois Arts Council Agency to Present at 2023 Artist Fellowship Awards
CHICAGO – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, is joining with the Illinois Arts Council Agency (IACA) to present a 2023 Artist Fellowship Award (AFA) to saxophonist and composer Nick Mazzarella on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m., at the National Museum of Mexican Art on 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago.
Ford Backs Davis Gates, Encourages Development of a New Neighborhood High School in Austin
CHICAGO – The decision Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) President Stacy Davis Gates made regarding her children’s education is the same decision many West Side families must make as a result of inequitable investment in public school infrastructure, said state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, who is also reiterating his call for a new high school to serve families in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood.
Hoffman and Stuart Applaud Groundbreaking of SIUE Health Science Complex
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, are celebrating today’s groundbreaking of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s (SIUE) new health science complex which will include state-of-the-art classrooms, simulation laboratories and collaborative study space.