Oct 11, 2019 | Didech
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Women in Illinois will no longer face biased interview questions that have historically locked them into a lifetime of lower pay as a result of a new pay equity law backed by state Rep. Dan Didech, D-Buffalo Grove, going into effect. “While Donald...
Sep 5, 2019 | Jones
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is helping combat Illinois’ teacher shortage by ensuring that educators in communities across the state are paid fairly for their important work.“We need to recognize that teachers fill a vital role in our...
Sep 5, 2019 | Yingling
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, partnered with Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim to hold a Day of Action to demand equal pay for equal work. Yingling and Kim spoke to the crowd about the importance of equal pay before going out into the...
Sep 5, 2019 | Pappas
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, is combatting the statewide teacher shortage by ensuring Illinois’ educators are paid fairly for their work.“Teachers contribute so much to our society and to our kids’ lives; they deserve fair compensation for...
Aug 21, 2019 | Walker
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Highlighting his commitment to equal pay for equal work, state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington Heights, is commending Gov. J.B. Pritzker for signing legislation Walker spearheaded to protect women from potential pay discrimination.“Too many...