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Avelar Seeking Donations for Women’s Supply Drive
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, in partnership with state Sen. John Connor, D-Lockport, is collecting menstrual and hygiene product donations to benefit United Way of Will County.
Rep. Guerrero-Cuellar Issues Statement on Recent Vehicle Accident
“Rep. Guerrero-Cuellar was involved in a serious vehicle accident yesterday evening. She was the only person in the vehicle at the time of the accident. As the Representative was awaiting emergency services, bystanders grouped together and helped extract the Representative from the vehicle.
Gordon-Booth Announces This Year’s Annie’s Girls
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will recognize Rissa Foster, London Griffin, Kaliyah Walker and A’ja Reynolds as winners of Annie’s Girls this Friday, a mentorship and scholarship program that helps cover the cost of prom and connects young women with leading mentors in the community.
LaPointe Introduces Tough Action on Russia, Proposes Assistance for Ukrainian Refugees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Alarmed at the atrocities committed by Russia in its unwarranted invasion of Ukraine, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, has introduced a comprehensive response package that welcomes Ukrainian refugees to Illinois, terminates state investment in Russian interests and creates a Money Laundering in Real Estate Task Force to target illicit overseas investment.
Croke Combats Theft of Catalytic Converters, Works for Public Safety
CHICAGO, Ill. – In a continued effort to promote public safety, state Rep. Margaret Croke, D-Chicago, backed a measure to combat the theft of catalytic converters currently plaguing Illinois drivers.
Manley Obtains Funds for Joliet Capital Requests
JOLIET, Ill. — As one of the legislators serving the City of Joliet, Assistant Majority Leader Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, procured hundreds of thousands of dollars from the capital projects bill to improve aspects of the Joliet’s infrastructure to increase safety and efficiency. In a letter to Manley, D-Joliet, Joliet Mayor Bob O’Dekirk expressed his thanks for helping to provide funds for important projects in the city.
Avelar Seeking Applications for Internships, Youth Advisory Council
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To encourage civic engagement in the 85th representative district, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is offering two opportunities for community members to learn about state government. “It’s always the right time to start pursuing a...
Walker Joins Newly Formed Illinois Assyrian Caucus
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of efforts to bring a greater voice to Assyrian-Americans, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, recently joined his colleagues in the founding of a new Illinois Assyrian Caucus designed to better understand and prioritize the issues of the Assyrian community.
Walsh to Host News Conference to Announce Rialto Square Theatre Grant
Joliet, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, will host a news conference to announce that the Rialto Square Theatre will receive a $5 million grant through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
Vella Visits Women-owned Businesses, Encourages Residents to Shop Local
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of efforts to recognize Women’s History Month, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is meeting with women entrepreneurs and encouraging residents to shop local and support women-owned businesses in the Rockford region.
House of Representatives to Welcome Guests Back to Chamber after Two Years of a Global Pandemic
Springfield, IL – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is delighted to welcome back guests to the House of Representatives two years after a global health pandemic forced the chamber to institute health and safety mitigations.
Harper Passes Legislation to Support Apprentices
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To encourage and support work-based learning, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed a bill that would create a pilot program to provide support services to individuals in apprenticeship programs.
Harper Passes Legislation to Boost Youth Civic Engagement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To encourage civic engagement among young people, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed a bill that provides an excused absence for middle and high school students to engage in a civic event.
Manley Supports Legislation to Expand Alzheimer’s and Dementia Training to Emergency Responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To ensure quality care for the growing number of seniors and individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, co-sponsored a bill that would require first responders, such as paramedics and EMTs, to complete at least one hour of training on the diagnosis, treatment and care of individuals with cognitive impairments.
Ford and Jacobs Team Up on Bipartisan Effort to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Alarmed by the rise of catalytic converter thefts around Illinois, State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, and state Rep. Dr. Paul Jacobs, R-Pomona, have advanced legislation that will make it difficult for thieves to sell stolen parts for cash at scrap metal recyclers without creating a paper trail that can prevent the crime in the first place.
Harper Passes Legislation to Back Minority Farmers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To further support minority farmers, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed legislation that would create a group to propose solutions to the adversities faced by minority farmers.
Hoffman Reacts to Russian Invasion of Ukraine, Encourages State Divestment
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Assistant Majority Leader Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, introduced a resolution condemning the invasion and issued the following statement:
Yang Rohr Continues to Push for “Stop Sign as Yield” Measure, Improve Public Safety
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is continuing to work to make Illinois more accommodating to bicycles while implementing public safety measures.