Rep. Lakesia Collins
(D-Chicago)
9th District
Springfield Office:
235-E Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8116
District Office:
2165 S. Millard Avenue
Chicago, IL 60623
(312) 298-9181
office@lakesiacollins.com
Born in 1985; graduated from Proviso East High School; served as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in nursing homes; served as a labor advocate for working families, organizer for nursing home workers, and Fight for 15 spokesperson for healthcare workers; former executive board member for SEIU Healthcare Illinois; founded Future Fighters organization for worker rights; received the Florence Criley Award from the Chicago chapter of the Coalition of Labor Women (CLW) in 2019; mother of three boys.
Collins Introduces Legislation to Raise the Age of Foster Care Youth to 23
CHICAGO – To help ensure foster youth have access to resources as they transition out of foster care, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, introduced legislation to raise the age of those eligible for child welfare services to 23.
Collins Urges Residents to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
CHICAGO – To encourage residents to shop small this holiday season, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting Small Business Saturday as an opportunity to support the businesses that serve the community.
Collins Calls Attention to American Diabetes Month, Highlights Legislation to Bring Down Cost of Insulin
CHICAGO – To bring attention to the diabetes epidemic, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is recognizing American Diabetes Month and highlighting legislation to bring down the price of insulin
Collins Highlights Reopening of Rental Payment Program in December
CHICAGO – Due to the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) delaying the reopening of the Illinois Rental Program (ILRPP), state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting the opportunity for residents to apply for emergency assistance to help with their housing costs.
Collins Reminds Residents to Prepare for Winter Weather
CHICAGO – As the winter months approach state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is reminding residents to begin preparing for extreme cold, snow and ice as early as possible.
Collins Recognizes Veterans Day, Highlights Recent Legislation
CHICAGO – As Veterans Day approaches, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is reminding residents to thank veterans for their service and highlighting legislation introduced or passed this year to support veterans.
Collins Highlights Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance
CHICAGO – To ensure residents have access to health insurance, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is encouraging residents to take advantage of the extended open enrollment period to sign up for health insurance. The open enrollment period starts on Nov. 1 and ends on Jan. 15, 2022.
Collins Shares Safety Tips for Halloween Weekend
CHICAGO, Ill – To ensure families are ready for the upcoming Halloween week, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is sharing tips on how to safely enjoy trick-or-treating and other Halloween events.
Collins-Backed Ethics Reform Signed into Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is applauding the signing of comprehensive ethics legislation to increase transparency and crackdown on corruption statewide.
Collins Highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month
CHICAGO – To raise awareness of preventable breast cancer screenings, state Rep. Lakesia Collins, D-Chicago, is highlighting Breast Cancer Awareness month.