May 6, 2019 | Ford
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Emphasizing the right for citizens to have their voice heard at the ballot box, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure aimed at restoring the voting rights of current inmates in Illinois.“When we deny the right for an...
May 2, 2019 | Slaughter
CHICAGO – To provide Cook County seniors with easier access to needed property tax relief, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would eliminate a provision that requires local seniors to reapply annually for tax exemptions.“Seniors in...
May 1, 2019 | Hurley
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of her continued efforts to support first responders throughout Illinois, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation to increase the amount of reimbursements to families for burial expenses for state police officers killed...
May 1, 2019 | Kalish
SKOKIE, Ill. – In an effort to hear from residents directly, State Rep. Yehiel “Mark” Kalish, D-Chicago, is using his time away from Springfield to walk door-to-door in local communities and listen to the concerns of residents.“The discussions I have with folks at...
Apr 30, 2019 | Lilly
OAK PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently hosted a legislative update and constituent conversation at Buzz Café in Oak Park.“It was great to spend time hearing from my constituents about the important issues facing our state and community,”...