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Welch-Backed Reform Creates Protections for Survivors of Sexual Assault

Jul 29, 2019 | Welch

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Survivors of sexual assault who are wanted for non-violent, low-level offenses will be able to come forward without fear of law enforcement under new legislation backed by state Rep. Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch, D-Hillside.“Priority number one should be...

Edly-Allen to Host Title IX Panel on Sexual Violence with Attorney General’s Office, Lake County Sheriff Idleburg and Local Colleges

Jul 29, 2019 | Edly-Allen

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – In response to increased awareness of sexual violence on college campuses and new federal proposals to weaken protections for survivors of sexual assault, state Rep. Mary Edly-Allen, D-Libertyville, is hosting an informational session on Title IX...

State Rep. Walker Applauds Signing of Legislation Protecting Sexual Assault Survivors

Jul 18, 2019 | Walker

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Recognizing the difficulties often associated with seeking medical attention after a sexual assault, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is applauding Gov. J.B. Pritzker for recently signing into law legislation increasing...

Moylan Applauds Signing of Measure to Protect Survivors of Sexual Assault

Jul 18, 2019 | Moylan

DES PLAINES, Ill. – Survivors of sexual assault wanted for a low-level crime would be able to come forward to police without fear of being arrested under a proposal signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and supported by state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines.“If...

Kalish Measure Protecting Survivors of Sexual Assault Signed into Law

Jul 17, 2019 | Kalish

CHICAGO – A reform spearheaded by state Rep. Yehiel “Mark” Kalish, D-Chicago, that helps victims of sexual assault to come forward with confidence by prohibiting law enforcement from arresting survivors that report their abuse for an outstanding warrant for a low...

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