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Stava-Murray Heralds U.N. Human Rights Day
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – On the 74th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray is heralding U.N. Human Rights Day which is observed on Dec. 10 around the world, including in the United States.
Stuart Statement on Anniversary of Amazon Warehouse Tragedy
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – In recognition of the deadly tornado that destroyed an Edwardsville Amazon warehouse and took six lives, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is issuing the following statement:
Delgado Advocates for Public Transit Access at City Club Conference
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, joined City Club members and policymakers from across Chicago this week to bring her insight to the problems facing the future of public transportation.
Hoffman Led Effort to Support Working Families, Tackle Unemployment Debt Signed by Governor
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – The first step in a bipartisan plan negotiated by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, that will protect worker benefits, save employers money, pay off Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and improve the state’s financial outlook was signed Thursday.
Gordon-Booth to Host Annual ‘A Mother’s Wish’ Holiday Event for Children of Incarcerated Mothers and Foster Care Youth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is partnering with Meridian for her 4th annual “A Mother’s Wish” holiday event for children of incarcerated mothers and foster care youth.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Issues Statement on the Hospitalization of State Sen. Scott Bennett
AURORA, Ill. – In response to the hospitalization of state Sen. Scott Bennett, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, released the following statement:
Avelar-Backed Bill to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed into Law
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — A bipartisan proposal sponsored by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, to help pay off Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and invest money into the state’s rainy-day fund was signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker Thursday.
Hernandez-Backed Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed by Governor
CICERO, Ill. — A bipartisan proposal supported by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, that reduces Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt, invests in the state’s rainy-day fund, and supports workers was signed into law Thursday.
Hirschauer Supports Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — A bipartisan plan backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, to reduce Illinois’ unemployment insurance loan debt and invest in the state’s rainy day fund was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday.
Manley-Backed Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt Signed Into Law
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A bipartisan plan supported by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, that will pay off Illinois’ remaining unemployment insurance loan debt, invest in the state’s rainy day fund, and protect worker benefits was signed into law Thursday.
Stuart Invites Constituents to Submit Ideas for Legislation
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting community members to reach out with ideas for legislation that they’d like to see introduced in the upcoming 103rd General Assembly.
Stuart Congratulates Edwardsville Tigers on Spring Season
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – Edwardsville High School student-athletes are being recognized in the State Capitol under a resolution passed by state Rep. Katie Stuart, celebrating three Tiger teams bringing home state honors in 2022.
Ford Shares Thoughts at White House Summit on Gun Violence Prevention, Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform
WASHINGTON, D.C. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, represented Illinois at a White House summit Tuesday that discussed efforts around the country that aim to prevent gun violence, reform the criminal justice system and improve public safety for all residents.
Yang Rohr Thanks ISP for Lowering Expressway Violence, Anticipates New Money Continues Progress
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, expressed gratitude for the Illinois State Police which recorded marked decreases in violent crime and homicides on Chicago-area expressways over the past year. With new funding, Yang Rohr expects this investment will further bring down violent crime and keep motorists safe.
Rep. Hirschauer Backs Assault Weapons Ban
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — In the wake of the hundreds of mass shootings suffered by the United States this year alone, including the Highland Park Fourth of July shooting, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is sponsoring a gun safety measure that includes a statewide ban on assault weapons.
Hernandez Measure Guaranteeing Incarcerated Illinoisans Access to Menstrual Hygiene Products Passes House and Senate
AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to guarantee medical parity, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, advanced a measure to ensure menstrual hygiene product access for all incarcerated Illinoisans and employees of the Department of Corrections.
Yang Rohr Highlights New Provisions of SAFE-T Act, Bolstering Public Safety
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, helped pass key public safety legislation with her Thursday night vote on House Bill 1095.
Delgado Amplifies SAFE-T Act Provisions Bolstering Community Safety
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago amended language in the previously-passed SAFE-T Act law, helping pass critical criminal justice reform taking effect in January.