Latest Updates:
Rep. Rashid Welcomes Yusuf Vidal as Chief of Staff
BERWYN, Ill. – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, has named Yusuf Vidal as his chief of staff. Mr. Vidal will oversee district operations and support the development and enactment of Rep. Rashid’s legislative priorities.
Rep. Harper Appointed to Lead House Agriculture and Conservation Committee
CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is building upon her record as a tireless advocate for healthy food access, equal opportunity and diversity in agriculture and environmental sustainability with her appointment to chair the House Agriculture and Conservation Committee during the 103rd Illinois General Assembly.
LaPointe Named Chair of House Mental Health and Addiction Committee
CHICAGO – With years of experience in the behavioral health field and a strong track record of advocating for improved mental health care access for all residents, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, has been appointed to lead the Illinois House Mental Health and Addiction Committee for the 103rd General Assembly.
Rep. Morgan Appointed to Lead House Health Care Licenses Committee
DEERFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, will continue his career-spanning efforts to improve health care access and outcomes for Illinoisans and their families after being appointed as Chair of the Illinois House Health Care Licenses Committee for the 103rd General Assembly.
Moylan Continues to Lead House Transportation Committee
DES PLAINES, Ill. — State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, will continue advocating for comprehensive transportation policy as chair of the Transportation: Rail Systems, Roads and Bridges committee.
El Caucus Legislativo Latino Declaró el Nuevo Equipo de Liderazgo
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – El Caucus Legislativo Latino de Illinois eligió su equipo de liderazgo para la 103a Asamblea Legislativa.
Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Announces New Leadership Team
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus recently elected their leadership team for the 103rd General Assembly.
Blair-Sherlock Urging Community to Share Bill Ideas
Villa Park, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, is urging community members to reach out to her office with any bill ideas they may have for the new legislative session.
Moeller Named Chair of House Human Services Committee
ELGIN, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, will continue her fight to secure vital resources and improve social services for Illinois families as she is appointed Chair of the House Human Services Committee again this term.
Rep. Yang Rohr and Sen. Ellman Respond to Mendrick’s Refusal to Enforce Assault Weapons Law
DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, and State Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, responded to DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick’s refusal to uphold the recently passed Protect Illinois Communities Act, an expansive gun safety bill that will curb gun violence that afflict countless Illinois communities:
Mussman Invites Residents to Town Hall in Hoffman Estates
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – To share critical legislative updates and hear valuable feedback from the communities she represents, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is inviting local residents to attend a town hall in Hoffman Estates at the Schaumburg Township building.
Yednock Stands Up for Illinois’ Heroes as Chair of Veterans’ Affairs Committee
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, will continue his fight for legislation that uplifts veterans and serve as a strong voice for residents of the LaSalle Veterans Home as the new chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
Kane County Legislators Respond to Kane County Sheriff’s Statement on the Assault Weapons Ban
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — In response to recent statements by the Kane County Sheriff misrepresenting the Protect Illinois Communities Act, the state lawmakers representing Kane County issued a letter to county residents to clarify the law and ensure its enforcement in the interest of public safety. Signatories include state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, state Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, and state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville.
Didech Appointed Chairman of House Gaming Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Today, Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch announced that State Rep. Daniel Didech (D-Buffalo Grove) will be appointed to serve as Chairman of the House Gaming Committee for the 103rd General Assembly.
Delgado Unveils New Elementary School in Riis Park
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, cut the ribbon on a new facility for Belmont Cragin Elementary School, consolidating the schools to one campus to Riis Park.
Didech Introduces Bill to Address Election Judge Shortage; Proposes Academic Credit to College Students Serving as Election Judges
LAKE COUNTY, Ill. — State Rep. Daniel Didech (D-Buffalo Grove) has introduced legislation that would provide academic credit to college students who serve as election judges in Illinois. The bill, known as HB 995, aims to address the shortage of election judges in the state, and to encourage more young people to become involved in the democratic process.
Economic Opportunity and Protecting Reproductive Healthcare, LGBTQ+, and Immigrant/Refugee Rights Among Top Priorities for New Rep. Hoan Huynh
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Hoan Huynh, D-Chicago, began his first term in the Illinois House of Representatives Wednesday with a dedication to fight for economic opportunity, environmental justice, and the needs of those most left behind, particularly our seniors and low-income communities of color, in addition to a commitment to protect reproductive healthcare, LGBTQ+, and immigrant/refugee rights.
Gordon-Booth Named Speaker Pro Tempore, Will be House Democrats’ Lead Budget Negotiator
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, has been selected to serve as Speaker Pro Tempore and lead budget negotiator for the House Democrats during the 103rd General Assembly. The move is historic, as no African American or woman has served as lead budget negotiator in the House in the state’s 204-year history.