Hernandez Releases Statement as New Legislative Session Begins

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, took her oath of office on Wednesday in Springfield to begin the House of Representatives’ new legislative session, she released the following statement: “I am humbled and grateful that the people...

Harper Sworn-In to the 100th General Assembly

CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after she was sworn in for the 100th General Assembly on Wednesday: “I am excited to have the opportunity to continue serving the people of the 6th District in the Illinois General Assembly....

State Rep. Stuart Sworn In, Ready to Serve

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – First-term state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, took the oath of office on Wednesday, citing job creation, school funding and fiscal responsibility as issues that are on the top of her legislative agenda. “The families in my district do not...