CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is inviting local residents to attend a Health Care Legislative Advisory Committee on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at his district office, located at 1234 W. 95^th Street in Chicago.

“Ensuring that our state’s hardworking families have access to affordable health care is critical,” said Slaughter. “Hosting citizen advisory committees like these allow me to speak directly with local residents about their needs and ideas they have on how to improve health care in Illinois.”

Slaughter is hosting the advisory committee to discuss recently passed health care measures as well as current issues surrounding access to care and affordability. Earlier this year, Slaughter backed legislation to stop insurance companies from implementing significant premium increases for no reason and supported efforts to reduce skyrocketing prescription drug costs.

Local community members are invited to ask questions and share feedback and ideas they have for new legislation aimed at improving health care in Illinois. The advisory committee will also feature  experts from Universal Family Connection, Christian Community Health Center, Advocate Health Care and other organizations.

“Hearing direct feedback from people in our community helps me to understand their needs and how I can serve them better as their voice in Springfield,” said Slaughter. “I look forward to hearing from the diverse voices throughout our community on how to make health care better for everyone.”

For more information or to R.S.V.P., please contact Rep. Slaughter’s office at 773-445-9700 or send an email to Justin@RepSlaughter.com

HARWOOD HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, and state Sen. Rob Martwick, D-Chicago, partnered on a Capitol on Your Corner event to meet residents, discuss legislative priorities and help address state and local issues.

“I appreciate Senator Martwick allowing me to join him at the event so constituents know our offices are striving to be accessible, which is why we chose to go out into the community to meet with residents where they live” said LaPointe. “So much has happened in Springfield this year, and I want residents to be aware of the new changes coming out of the Capitol. I am committed to building a stronger Illinois and middle class, and I look forward to supporting policies that make health care more affordable and provide tax relief for hard-working families.”

At their joint event, both legislators spoke to residents about Illinois’ new balanced budget, property tax reform, the Fair Tax proposal that would provide income tax relief for 99.4% of local taxpayers, the Clean Energy Jobs Act, and their efforts to protect emergency first responders.

LaPointe and Martwick will be hosting an upcoming Environmental Town Hall meeting at the Austin-Irving Library located on 6100 W. Irving Park from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21. This event is free and open to the public. 

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, hosted a panel discussion with experts on environmental issues Thursday night to give local residents a chance to ask questions and talk about their environmental concerns.

“Many people want to recycle, but have questions about what objects are and are not recyclable,” Mussman said. “I felt that by having a wide range of experts, we could not only form better recycling habits among residents, but start to tackle some of the more common misconceptions people may have about the recycling process.”

Representative Mussman invited speakers from various environmental organizations to come speak, including the Sierra Club, the Illinois Environmental Council, Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County, as well as a representative from the Shedd Aquarium. Together, the panel was able to give unique, informed perspectives on good recycling habits, as well as the steps that individuals can take in the community to reduce their carbon footprint and minimize their negative effect on the environment.

“I am grateful for the residents who took time out of their evening to come and listen, as well as the environmental advocates who wanted to share their expertise with the community,” Mussman said. “Environmental issues are very important to me as our planet faces the effects of climate change. I will always put the well-being of my community first, which includes looking out for the environment we all live in.”

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Committed to meeting with residents of his district, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting the public to a Coffee and Conversation event on Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Panera Bread located at 5 W. Rand Rd. in Arlington Heights.

“With the General Assembly meeting for our fall veto session at the end of the month, my Coffee and Conversation event is an excellent opportunity to meet with me to share your concerns as we take on more legislation,” Walker said. “While the veto session is much shorter than spring session, there are many critical issues that may be addressed, such as climate change, gun control and gambling regulations.”

The Coffee and Conversation event is an informal opportunity for residents to meet with Walker to discuss the issues that matter most to them and any concerns they may have. Additionally, Walker’s office will also be hosting a number of Satellite Office Hours through the rest of the year. Representatives from Walker’s office will be at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library Nov. 6 and Dec. 4, and at the Mount Prospect Public Library Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. All Satellite Office Hours are from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Satellite Office Hours are another opportunity for constituents to express their thoughts about state issues or to receive help with state services.

“Whether it’s a coffee event or our Satellite Office Hours, I’m committed to hosting opportunities to meet with residents,” Walker said. “With a busy spring session and many issues left to address in upcoming sessions, it’s important for everyone to stay involved and informed in the process.”

AURORA, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to fight for fairer taxes for local residents and grow the economy, state Rep. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago, is partnering with state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to host a Small Business Fair Tax Town Hall.

“As the daughter of local small business owners, I understand that small businesses are the backbone of our local economy,” said Villa. “I will continue fighting for real tax relief and working to build a high-wage economy because building a stronger Illinois begins with building a stronger middle class.”

Small business owners, and those interested in learning more about the Fair Tax and the impact it could have on the local economy are invited to join Villa and Hernandez for their Small Business Fair Tax Town Hall. Villa, Hernandez and Ralph Martire, Executive Director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability will discuss efforts to provide relief for small and medium-sized businesses and strengthen our local economy.

For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Villa’s constituent service office at 630-326-9319 or at StateRepKarinaVilla@gmail.com.

WHO:             State Rep. Karina Villa

                       State Rep. Barbara Hernandez

                       Ralph Martire, Executive Director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability

WHAT:          Small Business Fair Tax Town Hall

WHEN:          Tuesday, Oct. 22

                       7 to 9 p.m.

WHERE:       Two Brothers Roundhouse

                        205 N. Broadway

                        Aurora

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – To address the impact the Clean Energy Jobs Act will have on our state and communities, state Reps. Mary Edly-Allen, D-Libertyville, and Daniel Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, will host a Clean Energy Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10 from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the Fremont Public Library, located at 1170 N. Midlothian Road in Mundelein.

“I’m excited that Illinois is leading the way in transitioning to clean, renewable energy and cutting carbon pollution from our state’s power sector,” said Edly-Allen, who is a member of the House Energy and Environment Committee. “Renewable energy is an ecnomy of the future, and we have a unique opportunity to not only take meaningful steps to protecting the environment, but also to create good-paying, long-term jobs in the green energy section. We must continue our efforts to ensure that Illinois is on track for 100% renewable energy by 2050.”

Representatives from Clean Power Lake County, Faith in Place, Sierra Club, and the Illinois Environmental Council will join Edly-Allen and Didech for a town hall meeting focusing on the Clean Energy Jobs Act and other statewide efforts to expand production and use of renewable energy. The town hall meeting is free and open to the public.

“It is important that we continue our efforts to move Illinois toward 100% renewable energy,” said Didech. “I encourage anyone who has questions about the Clean Energy Jobs Act or just wants to learn more about what we’re working on to expand clean energy to join us on October 10^th at the Fremont Library.”  

RSVPs are encouraged but not required and may be submitted at ILENVIRO.org/Mundelein or by contacting Edly-Allen’s full-time constituent office at 224-206-7647 or repedlyallen@gmail.com.

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, hosted a community event on Saturday at Something’s Brewing in Grayslake. Constituents had the opportunity to share their thoughts and opinions with Yingling while enjoying a cup of coffee.

“I am always happy to talk to my constituents about what issues are most important to them, and how I can do my part to help,” said Yingling. “One of my main priorities is hearing what people in my district have to say, and these events are a great opportunity for me to do just that.”

Yingling discussed multiple topics, including ethylene oxide, a toxic chemical that was used at the Sterigenics facility in Willowbrook and Lake County. Yingling also discussed property taxes, as he has committed lots of time recently to his work on the property tax relief commission.

Yingling regularly hosts events that give community members an opportunity to share their thoughts with him. Similar events will be hosted throughout the upcoming months, giving residents many opportunities to share their thoughts with Yingling.

“It is so important to hear what the people I represent have to say,” said Yingling. “My work in Springfield is based on what I hear from these constituents back home, and I am very thankful for everyone who took the time out of their day to talk with me and share their thoughts on the issues facing our community.”

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – Continuing to be as transparent and accessible as possible, state Rep. Mary Edly-Allen, D-Libertyville, is announcing her October satellite office hours and coffee shop meet and greet sessions for local residents.

“These events are wonderful opportunities for me to get out in the community and discuss in detail what issues are facing the residents of the 51^st District,” said Edly-Allen. “I encourage anyone who has questions about the state, would like to discuss a certain issue with me, or would just like to learn more about what I’ve been working on in the capitol to come to one of my events this month.”

Rep. Edly-Allen is hosting “Mary on the Matters,” an opportunity for residents to speak with Edly-Allen one-on-one in a more casual setting, on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 10 am to 11 am at the Deer Park Panera located at 20530 Rand Rd. in Deer Park, and on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 am to 11 am at the Ela Township Library located at 275 Mohawk Trail in Lake Zurich.

Rep. Edly-Allen is hosting satellite office hours throughout the 51^st District. Satellite office hours give residents an opportunity to meet with a member of Edly-Allen’s staff and receive assistance on state issues or help navigating state agencies and programs.

Edly-Allen’s satellite office hours are from 2 pm to 4:30 pm:

• Thursday, Oct. 10 – Fremont Area Library; 1170 N. Midlothian Road in Mundelein
• Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Cook Memorial Library; 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville
• Thursday, Oct. 17 – Barrington Area Library; 505 N. Northwest Highway in Barrington
• Thursday, Oct. 24 – Ela Public Library; 275 Mohawk Trail in Lake Zurich

“Satellite Office Hours are hosted by my district staff and are a great way to proactively reach out to community members that might not make it to my full-time office in Libertyville,” said Edly-Allen. “I encourage anyone who needs assistance from my constituent office, to visit us at any of the locations.”

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Continuing his outreach efforts, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is inviting residents to join him for coffee and conversation on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. at the Mount Prospect Public Library, located at 10 S. Emerson St.

“I enjoy putting on events allowing residents to meet with me in a more informal setting to talk about the issues that matter most to them,” Walker said. “There’s no agenda for my coffee events so residents can guide discussion and learn more about what’s happening in the state and in our district. Our coffees are also a great time to learn more about upcoming events my office hosts to keep residents informed and to take advantage of useful state services.”

In addition to Walker’s monthly “Coffee with Mark” events, the Representative is hosting seminars helpful to constituents throughout Sept. and Oct. including a Women’s Supply Drive to benefit NorthWest Compass in Mount Prospect in Sept., a “Dealing with Fake News” seminar on Sept. 19 at the Mount Prospect Public Library from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., and a College Student Aid seminar at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 8.

“Being able to talk with constituents one-on-one about their concerns on issues like legislation or property taxes is important,” Walker saud. “I’ve had many great conversations at my coffee events. I encourage residents of the 53rd district to join me for a cup of coffee and learn more about the big things happening in our state.”

No reservation is required to attend this event. For more information, please contact Walker’s full-time constituent service office by phone at 847-749-1137 or visit his website at www.StateRepWalker.com.

​SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – No longer in session, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is looking to casually meet with constituents over coffee to hear their concerns and discuss recent updates from Springfield.

“Now that the legislative session has ended, this is a great time to meet with residents who may have questions about legislation that passed,” said Mussman. “The best way to answer questions and hear their feedback is to talk one-on-one and in person.”

Mussman is hosting residents at the Dunkin’ Donuts on the morning of Thursday, July 25from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. The Dunkin’ Donuts is located at 914 S. Roselle Rd, in Schaumburg. Visitors can come and get a complimentary cup of coffee as they join in on the open conversation.

“We accomplished a lot to be proud of this session, but I’m sure there are a lot of questions to be answered,” Mussman said. “While we worked tirelessly to pass a lot of good legislation, there is still more to be done to make Illinois a better place to live for all families. I look forward to hearing residents’ feedback and ideas, in addition to answering their questions.”