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Scherer Highlights Data and Technology Workforce Development Program Pilot
DECATUR, Ill. – In an effort to help local residents to pursue in-demand training for a career in technology, computer and data science, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is encouraging interested individuals to apply to the state’s new workforce pipeline program.
Benton Bill Would Restore Tax Break for Workers’ Union Dues
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is supporting union workers by introducing a bill to restore a tax benefit which was recently taken away by Washington politicians. Benton’s measure would allow workers to deduct their union dues from their state taxes, potentially saving union workers hundreds a year.
Gill Highlights Manufacturing Month at Uesco Industries, Inc. with Illinois Manufacturers’ Association
ALSIP, Ill. – State Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, recently joined the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association and local officials in a visit of Uesco Industries, Inc. in celebration of Manufacturing Month in Illinois.
Stava-Murray Receives 100% Score from Humane Society
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — State Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, received a perfect score of 100% from the Illinois Humane Society, for her legislative work on behalf of animals and support for animal rights causes.
Walsh Announces New District Office Location
JOLIET, IL –State Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Elwood, has opened a new constituent service office at 3141 W. Jefferson St. in Joliet.
Manley to Help Residents Acquire REAL IDs, Hosts a Mobile Secretary of State Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – In order to help residents conveniently obtain a REAL ID and access other driver services, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is hosting the Secretary of State’s Mobile Unit in Crest Hill.
Hernandez Announces Construction of Clean Energy Contractor Job Hub in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announced the release of funds for launch of 13 clean energy contractor job creation hubs to be built across Illinois, with one set to begin operation in Aurora soon.
Buckner Announces Construction of Clean Energy Contractor Job Hub
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, announced the release of funds for the launch of 13 clean energy contractor job creation hubs to be built across Illinois, with Chicago hubs set to begin operations soon.
Chung Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Preserve Access to Reproductive Health Medication
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, is fighting to ensure personal medical decisions are made by women and their doctors by urging the U.S. Supreme Court to continue to allow access to critical reproductive health medications.
Hoffman Highlights State Funding Coming to Local Communities
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Thanks to advocacy from state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, $580,000 in state grants through the Rebuild Illinois capital program have been issued for local projects – including support for St. Clair Associated Vocational Enterprises (SAVE), building improvements for the Swansea Police Department, infrastructure reconstruction at Belleville’s Bicentennial Park and highway equipment to support local services in St. Clair Township.
Avelar Urges SCOTUS to Protect Women’s Access to Reproductive Care
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dee Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is continuing her fight for the right to choose by calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to preserve access to a common medication used to provide reproductive healthcare.
Manley Prepares for Veto Session, Working to Pass Clean-Up Bill for Hearing Aid Legislation
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – With the upcoming veto session starting next week, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is preparing to advocate for her constituent’s needs in Springfield as well as work on legislation to help implement a bill she recently passed.
Olickal Joins Legislators Urging SCOTUS to Protect Access to Reproductive Care
SKOKIE, Ill. — State Rep. Kevin Olickal, D-Skokie, joined a nationwide wave of legislators in efforts to protect bodily autonomy by urging the Supreme Court to defend access to mifepristone and other critical reproductive health medications.
Yang Rohr Calls on the Supreme Court to Uphold Access to Reproductive Health Medications
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is continuing her fight to defend the right to choose by urging the U.S. Supreme Court to preserve access to critical reproductive health medications.
Hernandez Joins 600 Lawmakers Urging SCOTUS to Preserve Access to Reproductive Health Medication
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, joined a nationwide wave of legislators urging the Supreme Court to defend access to mifepristone and other critical reproductive health medications.
Jiménez: SCOTUS Should Protect Women, Not Extremist, Anti-Women Interests
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, continued her commitment to securing reproductive rights in Illinois, joining with more than 600 legislators from across the country to demand that the U.S. Supreme Court protects mifepristone access.
Gill Participates in “Principal for a Day” at Worth Elementary
WORTH, Ill. – As part of the Illinois Principal Association’s “Principal for a Day” program, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, recently spent time with students, faculty and staff at Worth Elementary to hear and see firsthand their day-to-day activities.
Hirschauer: SCOTUS Must Protect Reproductive Health Medications
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, joined more than 600 other representatives from across the country to urge the U.S. Supreme Court to defend access to mifepristone, which can safely end a pregnancy and treat miscarriages.