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Welch Passes Social Justice and Education Reforms in Spring Session

Jun 7, 2019 | Welch

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, led and championed numerous reforms this spring to improve equity and local schools in Illinois. Welch is the chief sponsor on a variety of social justice measures aimed at improving opportunities and...

Willis, Welch Applaud Court Decision to Keep Westlake Open

May 8, 2019 | Welch, Willis

MELROSE PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside and state Rep. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, are applauding a recent court ruling requiring Westlake Hospital to remain open until the judicial system can fully consider the critical services Westlake...

Welch Urges Residents to Attend Health Services Review Board Meeting, Demand Westlake Hospital Remains Open

Apr 25, 2019 | Welch

HILLSIDE, Ill. – In an effort to keep Westlake Hospital open, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is encouraging residents to attend the meeting of the Health Facilities and Services Review Board (HFSRB) and speak publicly to show strong community support...

Welch Joins Business Leaders in Support of Legislation Increasing Corporate Board Diversity

Apr 23, 2019 | Welch

CHICAGO – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, joined members of the Black Caucus, City of Chicago Treasurer Kurt Summers and statewide business leaders to voice their support for Welch’s proposal to ensure greater representation of African Americans and...

Willis, Welch Bill to Make Hospital Closure Harder Passes House

Apr 10, 2019 | Welch, Willis

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, and Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, are continuing their push to keep Westlake Hospital open by passing legislation that makes it harder for wealthy health management companies to purchase local...