Latest Updates:
Williams Introduces Proposal to Combat Opioid Overdoses
CHICAGO — State Rep. Jawaharial “Omar” Williams, D-Chicago, recently introduced a bill to require music venues to provide opioid antagonists and trained staff to prevent overdose deaths and improve public health and safety.
Manley to Prioritize Health Care Access, Financial Responsibility on New Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, will work to increase access to health care, advocate for fair and ethical elections, and improve Illinois’ financial institutions as a member of several key House committees.
Stuart to Prioritize Higher Education, Public Safety Through Committee Work
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will continue to fight to expand access to affordable childcare and promote enhanced public education, while continuing to work on behalf of first responders as part of several key committees.
Gong-Gershowitz to Combat Violent Crime, Promote Human Rights and Higher Education in New Committees
GLENVIEW, Ill. – State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, has consistently been a leader in the fights for public safety, human rights and higher education.
Scherer Introduces Bill to Provide Food Assistance for All Foster Children
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her lifelong efforts to uplift children and their families, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, introduced legislation that would expand access to food assistance for foster families.
Harper To Promote Food Access, Environment, Social Equity With New Committee Assignments
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue to be an advocate for environmental sustainability, fiscal accountability, public safety and equal justice through her newly assigned committees.
Nichols Raising Awareness of New Cook County 211 Social Services Hotline
CHICAGO – Following its announcement by city and county officials on Friday, state Rep. Cyril Nichols, D-Chicago, is promoting awareness of the new 211 social services hotline now available to all residents of Cook County.
Photo Release from State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid
BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. – Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, the first Palestinian American to be elected into the Illinois General Assembly, held a district swearing-in ceremony last Saturday before a gathering of community members and leaders, as well as federal, state and local officials.
Andrade to Focus on Labor, Technology, Infrastructure, Innovation on House Committees
CHICAGO – The infrastructure, technology and workforce needs of a 21st Century economy will be a focus for state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, a member of key House committees on innovation, labor and transportation.
Hernandez to Advocate for Local Education, Economic Priorities on Major House Committees
CICERO, Ill. — Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will ensure local voices are heard in major conversations about funding critical services, education, economic development and immigration rights as a member of several key House committees.
Rep. Manley Invites Community to Join Grandparents Legislative Advisory Committee
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is inviting community members to join the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Legislative Advisory Committee (GrandLAC), a collective of local grandparents that will focus on the issues many grandparents face in traditional and nontraditional roles.
Slaughter Demands Equitable Funding to Address HIV/AIDS Epidemic in the Black Community
SPRINGFIELD, ILL. – To address the HIV and AIDS epidemic that disproportionately affects the Black community with greater support for Black-led frontline organizations, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is calling on our state and federal governments to increase funding levels for programs in Illinois this upcoming Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day.
Mayfield to Host Community Resource and Jobs Fair
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, in collaboration with state Sen. Adriane Johnson, is hosting a Community Resource and Jobs Fair for the benefit of area residents on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Patricia A. Jones Center (formerly known as Park Place), 414 S. Lewis Ave, in Waukegan
Hirschauer to Prioritize Childcare, Education and Environmental Policy on Key Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. —State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, will work to improve Illinois’ public school system, prioritize affordable childcare, and advocate for policies that protect the environment as a member of crucial House committees focused on education, child welfare and energy.
Rep. Thaddeus Jones to Serve on Insurance, Judicial, Labor and Prescription Drug House Committees
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, will continue his commitment to supporting victims during insurance disputes, creating fairer judicial practices and expanding access to the prescription drugs people count on as a member of key House committees.
Buckner Commits to Working to Improve Public Safety, Small Business Support in New Committees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, will make strides improving public safety, supporting small businesses and promoting fiscal responsibility while serving on new House committees he has been named to.
Jiménez to Prioritize Affordable Housing and Bringing Aid to Low-Income Families
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, was named the vice chair of the Housing Committee, where she will create policies that ensure housing is affordable and accessible to communities all across our state.
Tomorrow Morning: Ford, Local Organizations to Hold Press Conference and Mental Health Fair at Michele Clark Magnet High School
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will join area organizations to kick off a scholarship fund and a day of mental health engagement at a press conference scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Michele Clark Magnet High School, located at 5101 W. Harrison St. in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood.