SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Pushing back on an alarming new trend that can affect a young person’s future ability to obtain housing, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, recently advanced legislation out of the House chamber that bars landlords from suing children...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Committed to maintaining women’s reproductive healthcare rights, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, passed a measure out of the House chamber on Monday safeguarding access to medication abortion in the state of Illinois. “With federal...
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As the holidays roll in, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is partnering with Women of Self Love Inc. and other organizations for their 2nd annual toy giveaway. The event will be held Monday, Dec. 13 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 201...
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – As part of the state’s efforts to reduce evictions, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, wants residents in need of emergency assistance to apply for the Illinois Rental Payment Program (ILRPP) to ensure everyone has a roof over their...
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – Following the recent passage of the Humane Pet Store, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, wants to bring attention to Adopt a Shelter Dog Awareness Month. “Puppy mills are inhumane because they favor profits over the health of the...