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Rep. Barbara Hernandez Responds to Budget Address, Prioritizes Education, Reproductive Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, issued the following response to Gov. Pritzker’s State of the State address on Wednesday:
West Responds to Governor’s State of the State Address, Urges Investment to Support Education, Job Training and Public Safety
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s annual State of the State and Budget Address:
Rep. Hoan Huynh to Advocate for Improved Access to Healthcare, Support for Immigrants on Critical House Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Huynh, D-Chicago, will use his roles on several House legislative committees to focus on expanding access to healthcare and housing, protecting human rights and immigrants, and maintaining the states infrastructure to support the state’s economy.
Ford Encourages Governor to Direct Resources to Stop Drug Overdose Epidemic
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Gov. J.B. Pritzker prepares for his annual State of the State Address, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is encouraging the governor to send a strong message on the need to prioritize funding for efforts aimed at preventing fatal drug overdoses – especially fentanyl and in areas hardest hit, including the South and West Sides of Chicago.
Scherer to Fight for Consumer and Veteran Rights, Education Funding on Important Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, will continue her efforts to properly fund Central Illinois schools, to address the teacher shortage, and protect the rights of consumers and veterans as a member of several key committees.
Hernandez Appointed to Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will continue to fight for fair funding for critical services as a member of a key budget forecasting panel:
Black Caucus to Hold Press Conference Following Governor’s Address
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus will discuss their budget priorities at a press conference 15 minutes after the conclusion of the governor’s 12 p.m. budget address in front of the 2nd floor staircase of the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
Delgado to Focus on Childcare, Utilities Access and Transportation Improvements on Key House Committees
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, will prioritize expanding child care access to low-income families, working with community stakeholders on improving judicial procedures and utility access and safety for Illinois motorists in her positions on key House committees for the new legislative session.
DeLuca Highlights $400k Grant for Bethel Family Resource Center as Part of Pre-Apprenticeship Program
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – Following the advocacy of state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, the Bethel Family Resource Center is in line to receive a $400,000 grant as part of the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
DeLuca Encourages Residents to Highlight Locally-Made Products, Nominate Businesses for “Makers’ Madness”
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, is encouraging residents to nominate local businesses for the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMA) “Makers’ Madness” contest, which annually awards and highlights the “coolest thing made in Illinois.”
Ford Contributes to Scholarship Fund for Students at Michele Clark Magnet School
CHICAGO – Last week, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, visited Michele Clark Magnet School for a mental health fair and to kick off a scholarship fund aimed at helping students continue their education.
Canty Commends Buffalo Grove High School Cheer on State Title
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is congratulating the Buffalo Grove High School cheer team on their state championship win.
Nichols to Champion Education, Food Access, Sustainability and First Responders Through Committee Work
CHICAGO – State Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, will be an advocate for institutions of higher learning in Illinois, along with students, vulnerable and food insecure communities and first responders across the state after being appointed to several key House committees.
Harper to Advocate for Smart Community Investment on Budget Accountability Panel
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, will continue her fight for smart investment in historically underserved communities as a returning member of a key budget accountability and forecasting panel.
Rep. Rashid to Fight for Working Families on Key House Committees
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) has been appointed to the following House committees for the 103rd General Assembly.
Kelly to Lead on ‘Bedrock’ Issues Following House Committee Assignments
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is kicking off the 103rd General Assembly by announcing his appointment to several crucial House committees, where he will be among those leading the way on such fundamental topics as fiscal policy, state-local cooperation and oversight, vehicle safety, and supporting first responders.
Rep. Sharon Chung to Prioritize Affordable Health Care, Promote Higher Education and Conservation on Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, will work to make health care more affordable, make higher education more accessible, promote conservation, and streamline county governments in her new committee assignments.
Gordon-Booth Highlights State Grant to Support Peoria Riverfront Museum’s Every Student Initiative
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the advocacy of state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, the Peoria Riverfront Museum is in line to receive a $500,000 state grant in support of the institution’s Every Student Initiative, a flagship program that works to engage every public, private and homeschool student in Central Illinois for a curriculum-connected museum visit.