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Hernandez Collecting Menstrual Hygiene Products and Diapers, Encouraging Residents to Donate
AURORA, Ill. – To support local families in need, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is collecting menstrual hygiene products and diapers to benefit the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry’s Women’s Empowerment Pantry now until Dec. 10.
Vella Works to Lower Healthcare Costs, Supports Legislation Capping Insulin Costs
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to make healthcare more affordable for residents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is pushing for legislation that would lower the costs of monthly supplies of insulin.
Avelar Encourages Residents to Share their Legislative Ideas
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, wants residents to express their ideas on legislative issues for the upcoming session in January.
Stuart Congratulates Local Small Business Inducted to the Illinois Made Program
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is congratulating the new small businesses inducted into the Illinois Made Program.
Avelar Encourages Eligible Residents to Apply for the Rental Assistance Program
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As part of the state’s efforts to reduce evictions, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, wants residents in need of emergency assistance to apply for the Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP) to ensure everyone has a roof over their head.
State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, Local Officials Deliver Meals to Families on Thanksgiving
CHICAGO – State Rep Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, was joined by several elected officials to deliver meals to nearly 200 area families on Thanksgiving. State Senator Tony Muñoz, D-Chicago, Ald. Michael Rodriguez, W-22, State Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, and Cook County Commissioner Alma Anaya, 7 District, were among the local leaders that joined dozens of volunteers to personally deliver the hot, fresh meals prepared by Nuevo León restaurant, a Little Village institution.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on Majority Leader Greg Harris’ Announcement
Greg Harris embodies public service and throughout his fifteen year career, he has been a passionate advocate for what’s fair and just.
Ness to Host End of Year Town Hall Event, Provide Legislative Priorities for Next Year
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, is hosting a town hall event on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. at the Community Foundation, located at 33 E. Woodstock St. in Crystal Lake, and is encouraging members of the community to attend.
Slaughter Partners with Local Elected Officials for Turkey Giveaway
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, partnered with Alderman Howard Brookins Jr., Cook Community Commissioner Stanley Moore, Walmart and Rehoboth Apostolic Worship Center for the Annual 21st Ward Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway.
Vella Introduces Legislation Assisting Small Businesses in Providing Employee Benefits
ROCKFORD, Ill. – In order to provide additional resources to both workers and small businesses, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, introduced legislation providing a tax credit to hospitality businesses that offer their workers various employee benefits.
Manley Works to Support Local Businesses, Recognizes Small Business Saturday
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – As part of her efforts to give back to small businesses, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is urging residents to shop local this Saturday, Nov. 27 in honor of Small Business Saturday.
Vella Recognizes Small Business Saturday, Continues Efforts to Provide Support to Local Businesses
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to support local small businesses, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is highlighting Small Business Saturday this Saturday, Nov. 27.
Scherer Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Health Insurance Coverage As Open Enrollment Period Begins
Scherer Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Health Insurance Coverage As Open Enrollment Period Begins
Yang Rohr to Host a School Safety: Behind the Scenes Community Panel
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting a School Safety: Behind the Scenes Community Panel on Monday, November 29 at 7:00 p.m. It will be livestreamed from YouTube and will discuss school safety from a variety of perspectives.
Hirschauer Encourages Residents to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To encourage residents to shop locally this holiday season, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is highlighting Small Business Saturday as an opportunity to reinvest in the community and small businesses.
Yang Rohr Recognizes National Native American Heritage Month
Naperville, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is taking National Native American Heritage Month as an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant and diverse cultures of Native Americans.
Burke-Backed Legislation to Expand Electric Vehicle Production Signed Into Law
OAK LAWN, Ill. – State Rep. Kelly Burke, D-Evergreen Park, is applauding the signing of the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act (REV Act) into state law last week, which will provide a needed boost in the electric vehicle industry by creating new incentives for manufacturers to locate in Illinois.
Hernandez to Host ‘Politics and Pastries’ Event for Local Teenage Girls
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a ‘Politics and Pastries’ event as part of a teenage girl empowerment event series on Wednesday, Dec. 15 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Alive Aurora, located at 78 S. LaSalle St. in Aurora.