SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Responding to the rise in catalytic converter theft, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, passed a plan out of the House Tuesday that would classify catalytic converters as “essential parts” – subjecting them to enhanced tracking and state record laws that address hijacking and vehicle theft.

BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is encouraging interested parties to take advantage of a new funding opportunity from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to support the construction of new electric vehicle charging stations across the state.

SHILOH, Ill. – State Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea and state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined Shiloh’s Village Board of Trustees’ Committee at Large meeting Monday to discuss state support for local projects, including $4 million for a new police station to reflect the needs of the growing community.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, issued the following statement Wednesday after Gov. J.B. Pritzker gave his annual budget address:

VENICE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined students, teachers and local officials Friday for the ceremonial groundbreaking of a new elementary school in Venice.

WASHINGTON – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, visited the White House earlier this month to meet with U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and other White House officials to discuss the impact of federal investment in Illinois through the Biden-Harris Administration.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To assist seniors who are in a supportive living facility and receive Medicaid and personal needs allowances, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is proposing a monthly supplemental payment to help them with small personal expenses – such as paying for haircuts, clothing, magazines and other purchases. 

BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is highlighting more than $12.7 million claimed by Metro East residents last year through Monetary Award Program (MAP) Grants.

BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is applauding the initial results of Smart Start, a comprehensive plan to build out Illinois’ early childhood education system, expand access to affordable childcare and ensure children have the support they need to succeed.

EAST ALTON, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is touting the economic outlook for the Metro East as Wieland North America announced a $500 million commitment to modernize its East Alton facility and support local jobs.