Rep. David A. Vella
(D-Loves Park)
68th District
Springfield Office:
290-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0455
District Office:
4007 N Mulford Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 329-6741
Bills & Committees
Attorney; lifelong resident of Rockford; graduate, Boylan Catholic High School; B.A., Augustana College; J.D. Northern Illinois University; former member, Rockford Literacy Council; former Board President at Keith County Day School, member, St. Anthony’s Church, married with two children.
Vella Bill to Ease Teacher Shortage Advances to Senate
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, has successfully advanced a bill helping local school districts respond to ongoing teacher shortages by fairly compensating overtime hours educators often take on.
Vella Bill Aimed at Shifting Juvenile Focus Towards Rehabilitation Advances to Senate
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, has successfully advanced a bill that would change how Illinois courts handle younger teens, focusing more on rehabilitation than punishment.
Vella Delivers Big Wins for Property Tax Relief and Reform, Economic Growth, Voting Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois taxpayers foot the fallout of Washington’s agenda that’s raised everyday prices, hampered trade and commerce nationwide, and threatened the erasure of constitutional rights, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is taking steps through a series of measures to secure direct property tax relief for Illinois working families, improve the state’s economy and enshrine fundamental rights in the State Constitution.
Vella to Host Paint Recycling Day Event in Partnership with Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful
ROCKFORD, Ill.– State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is excited to announce a community paint recycling event, aimed at helping residents dispose of unwanted paint responsibly. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, starting at 9 a.m. in Rockford.
Vella to Host Paint Recycling Day Event in Partnership with Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful
ROCKFORD, Ill.– State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is excited to announce a community paint recycling event, aimed at helping residents dispose of unwanted paint responsibly. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th, starting at 9:00 AM, in Rockford, IL.
Vella Passes Bill Creating Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed a bill creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting the rights and freedoms of college and university students.
Vella Hosts Keith Country Day School’s Scholastic Bowl Team Recognition
State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, hosted Keith Country Day School’s Scholastic Bowl team on April 10 at Keith Country Day School in Rockford to recognize their win at the Illinois High School Association Class 1A State Championship.
Vella Passes Bill Empowering Young Voters, Inspired by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass a bill encouraging and expanding access to youth civic engagement by requiring high schools to provide voter registration opportunities and information, inspired by the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Vella Bill Aimed at Shifting Juvenile Justice Focus Towards Rehabilitation Advances Out of Committee
State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is advancing legislation to the House floor that would change how Illinois courts handle younger teens, focusing more on rehabilitation than punishment.
Vella-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.