JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently attended a hearing of the House Appropriations Human Services Committee highlighting the human toll of the ongoing budget crisis. “It used to break my heart when I would hear the stories from social service...
Chicago, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, in an effort to protect social services that are at risk of being cut, voted in support of a Lifeline Budget that recently passed the House. “This is by no means the answer to all the state’s problems,” said Mah. “If...
CHICAGO – On Wednesday, state Rep. John D’Amico, D-Chicago, took the oath of office in Springfield, pledging to continue his efforts to protect our most vulnerable residents from devastating budget cuts. In 2016, D’Amico fought for a responsible budget that would...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Upon taking the oath of office for her third term, state Rep. Kathleen Willis, D-Addison, stated that the next two years will be crucial for addressing the issues facing Illinois’ budget deficit and ensuring the state protects middle-class...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Chris Welch, D-Hillside, issued the following statement after being sworn in for his third term as state Representative of the 7th District on Wednesday: “It is truly an honor to continue to represent the residents of the 7th district in...