SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to support police and fire, and other first responders, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, recently passed a resolution creating the First Responders Suicide Task Force.“Our law enforcement and other first responders need...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As reports of child deaths at the hands of their parents continue to flood the news in Illinois, state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago, is taking steps to ensure that people who intentionally deprive and endanger their children are brought to...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of sexual assault and other violent crimes can rest assured that statements they provide for a defendant’s parole or clemency hearing will remain confidential under legislation passed unanimously through the Illinois House by state Rep....
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue her effort to ensure access to fresh food for all and promote urban farming as the new chairperson of the Illinois House Agriculture & Conservation Committee.“Fresh food and a clean environment...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Drivers who fail to move over or slow down when passing a police or emergency vehicle on the side of the road would face higher penalties under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago. “State law already requires drivers to move...