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Avelar Bill Aims to Safeguard Illinois Drinking Water from Cyber Threats
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Dagmara ‘Dee’ Avelar, D-Romeoville, has introduced legislation that would require new cybersecurity provisions to be applied to entities that manage public water systems responsible for supplying, treating and delivering fresh drinking water in Illinois in order to combat cyber-attacks.
Manley, Cappel, Avelar, Benton, Meet with Area Superintendents
In preparation of the upcoming session, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, along with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, and state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, met with the school superintendents from Minooka, Plainfield, Lockport, Joliet, Richland and Oswego.
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State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has moved into a new office on the former Belleville West High School and Lindenwood University-Belleville Campus in the Old Main Hall. The campus houses various local government organizations and educational institutions.
Cochran Resolution Calls for End to Russian Aggression on Four-Year Anniversary of Invasion
As Tuesday marked the four-year anniversary of the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine as part of its unprovoked war of aggression against its neighbor, state Rep. Justin Cochran, D-Des Plaines, sponsored a resolution condemning Russia and calling for the end of its attempted conquest.
Andrade to Protect Tenant Financial Information in New Bill
State Rep. Jaime Andrade Jr., D-Chicago, has introduced new legislation that expands protections for tenants in Illinois and prevents landlords from submitting tenants credit agreement and rental history until the tenant agrees with written consent.
Ortíz Lays Out Plan to Protect Charter School Students and their Education Under New Bill
Responding to his community’s concerns over mid-year charter school closures and crises, state Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, is fighting for legislation that would institute safeguards and deliver greater stability to safeguard charter school students and teachers.
Speaker Welch and Rep. DuBuclet Join Community Leaders to Advocate for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Bill
CHICAGO – On Saturday, State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, Speaker Welch, community leaders, and members of the Young Voter Empowerment Coalition at the national headquarters of Operation PUSH to highlight efforts to expand civic participation among Illinois youth.
Ness Responds to Supreme Court Decision Halting Trump Tariff Plans
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, released the following statement in response to Friday morning’s U.S. Supreme Court decision to strike down significant portions of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff agenda:
Stuart Reacts to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court declaring tariffs President Donald Trump initiated with emergency orders are illegitimate:
Ford Backs Supreme Court Decision Overturning Trump’s Tariffs
CHICAGO – In response to news that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled many of Trump’s tariffs illegal, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
Grasse Responds to Supreme Court Striking Down Federal Tariff Schemes, Win for Affordability
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, issued the following statement on Friday in response to the Supreme Court ruling that overturned the Trump Administration’s unlawful tariff policies related to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA):
Hanson Responds to U.S. Supreme Court Decision Opposing Trump’s Tariffs
MONTGOMERY, Ill. — State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against some of Trump’s tariff policies this morning, lifting the financial burden from consumers and businesses worldwide:
Mason Supports U.S. Supreme Court Decision Opposing Trump’s Tariffs
GURNEE, Ill. — State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against most of President Trump’s illegal tariffs, offering relief to consumers, business owners, and the economy as a whole:
Harper Announces 2026 Legislative Agenda Focused on Land, Food, and Equity
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Representative Sonya Harper, (D-Chicago), Chair of the House Agriculture & Conservation Committee, unveiled her 2026 legislative agenda, aimed at expanding land access, promoting food equity, and creating opportunities for beginning and disadvantaged farmers—while making sure cannabis legalization delivers real social equity.
Benton Reacts to Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Tariffs
PLAINFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, issued the following statement Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs imposed through the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA):
Chung Responds to Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court declaring tariffs President Donald Trump initiated with emergency orders are illegitimate:
Briel Responds to Supreme Court Decision Knocking Trump Tariff Legality
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, released the following statement in response to this morning’s U.S. Supreme Court decision to strike down significant portions of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff agenda:
Hoffman Reacts to Supreme Court Decision Striking Down Tariffs
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs imposed through the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA):