Rep. Lilian Jimenez
(D-Chicago)
4th District
Springfield Office:
284-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0150
District Office:
2511 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 337-9995
Bills & Committees
Biography
Lilian Jimenez is an attorney that has focused her work on labor and immigration policy and advocacy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Latin American and Latino Studies and law degree from DePaul University. She is a former Chief of Staff for Jesus Chuy Garcia at the Cook County Board of Commissioners and previously served as the Director of the Fair Labors Standards Division of the Illinois Department of Labor. Most recently Jimenez served as the administrator for the Office of Welcoming Centers for Refugee and Immigrant Services at the Illinois Department of Human Services. Lilian lives in West Humboldt Park with her husband and son.
Jiménez Supports Bill That Makes Public University Tuition Affordable for Illinois Students
To create more pathways for affordable higher education for high school students, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting a bill that would prioritize Illinois public school students for admission and tuition protections at public colleges and universities.
Jiménez-Backed Bill Would Help Fill In-Demand Careers with Pipeline from High Schools to Training Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting new legislation that would aid Illinois high school graduates in finding work in in-demand careers by establishing a high-school-to-training-program pipeline with grants from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Jiménez Holds Roundtable with House Speaker Welch
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, held a small business roundtable and was joined by small business owners, community organizations and Democratic House Speaker Emmanuel “Chris” Welch on Monday, March 9th in the 4th House district.
Jiménez-Backed Legislation Prevents Hidden Fees on Electronic Tax Returns
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to cut back on hidden fees targeting taxpayers, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would prohibit income tax returners from charging a separate fee for returns filed electronically.
Jiménez-Backed Legislation Would Expand Key Tax Credit for Modest-Income Illinois Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation to increase Illinois’ Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), offering additional financial relief to working families across the state.
Jiménez to Host a Community Blood Drive in Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, alongside Alderperson Jessie Fuentes of the 26th Ward are hosting a Blood Drive in the community and encourages those who are able to donate blood to consider doing so. The event will be held on Wednesday March 4th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mozart Park Clubroom (2036 N. Avers, Chicago, IL 60647).
Rep. Jiménez and Alderperson Fuentes Hold Valentine’s Brunch for Local Seniors
CHICAGO- To help seniors learn about resources and services offered to them in a fun, relaxing environment, State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, and Alderperson Jessie Fuentes, along with other elected officials held a Valentines Senior Brunch Event on Friday, February 13 in the Wicker Park neighborhood in Chicago.
Jiménez Highlights Child Care Affordability & Lowering Costs Amid State Budget Address
State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, has issued the following statement following Governor J.B. Pritzker’s State budget address highlighting child care affordability and lowering costs for Illinoisans:
Elected Officials Call on Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neil Burke to investigate the fatal shooting of Silverio Villegas González and the near fatal shooting of Marimar Martínez
CHICAGO, IL — We are calling on the Cook County State’s Attorney to join the growing number of prosecutors who have announced that they will investigate and prosecute federal law enforcement officers who violate state and local laws.
Jiménez Discusses Federal Cuts, Future of Community in Town Hall Meeting
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, joined Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vásquez at a town hall hosted by Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez following a roundtable discussion with community leaders and stakeholders on the federal budget appropriations bill and the MELT ICE Act. The town hall addressed urgent concerns impacting the 4th District, including immigration, health care, and looming federal funding cuts that threaten working families and vulnerable communities.