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Slaughter Backs College Savings Program for Illinois Children

Apr 12, 2019 | Slaughter

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To continue his efforts to make higher education more accessible, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation to create a college savings program for all newborn Illinois residents.“We must invest in our children and...

Hernandez Legislation to Ensure Equity for All Illinois Students

Apr 1, 2019 | Hernandez L

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is fighting to expand access to higher education, working with a diverse coalition of legislators, advocates, and university officials to ensure that state financial aid is available to all Illinois...

Stuart Highlights New Committee Assignments

Feb 7, 2019 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As she returns to Springfield for legislative session, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is highlighting her new committee assignments. Stuart will serve on the following committees during the 2019-20 sessions: Appropriations – Elementary...

Ammons to Advocate for Students, University Employees and Communities as Chair of Higher Education Committee

Jan 22, 2019 | Ammons

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, will continue her fight for affordable college, and speak up for university employees and communities that depend on them as the new chair the House Higher Education Committee. “I plan to use the next two years to...

Welch Highlights New Safeguards to Protect Students From Predatory Lenders

Dec 17, 2018 | Welch

HILLSIDE, Ill. – Maintaining his commitment to ensuring student borrowers are not misled by predatory lenders, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is promoting legislation that establishes clear rules and regulations for student loan servicers in Illinois...

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