DES PLAINES, Ill. – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, is asking residents to share their ideas for legislation this upcoming General Assembly.

“I am always open to new ideas for improving the state of Illinois,” Moylan said. “Being responsive to the ideas and input of my neighbors is not only an honor, but it is my duty as an elected official to truly represent the communities that grant me the privilege to serve them.” 

Residents are encouraged to submit their ideas, regardless of the scope of the measure or what it seeks to address. Individuals can reach out to Moylan’s constituent services office at 847-635-6821, or by emailing ideas and proposals to staterepmoylan@gmail.com. Suggestions, which are asked to be sent in by Jan. 23, will be reviewed by Moylan and his staff.

“With a new year and a new General Assembly, I look forward to working with my colleagues to serve the people of Illinois,” Moylan said. “Making sure everyone in Illinois knows they can take part in the process is essential for a healthy democracy.”

CALUMET CITY, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is seeking residents’ input on new and creative bill ideas for the upcoming legislative session. 

“I want my residents to know that they can come to me for anything they might need help with or with ideas they have to improve our community,” said Jones. “We have a new opportunity to make long-lasting legislation this year that puts people first and gets Illinois moving forward.”

As a new General Assembly begins its term, Jones is asking south suburban residents to submit ideas Jones can introduce as new bills. There are no limits to submitting ideas to Jones’ office and all ideas are welcome. People looking to submit ideas to the office can do so by calling 708-596-7053 or by scheduling a meeting in the district office at www.repthaddeusjones.com.

“Now that Bruce Rauner’s assault on working family’s wages and health care is over, we can double our efforts to lift up the middle class and do what’s right for people,” said Jones. “People working with people is the best way to tackle our common problems, and I look forward to the ideas that come to me.”

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is asking residents of his district to send in ideas for legislation for the upcoming legislative session beginning later this month.    

“It is important for my constituents to know that I am their voice in Springfield,” Slaughter said. “I am seeking ideas for bills to help fulfill my duty as an elected representative, and more importantly, to give members of our community the opportunity to be involved in the legislative process.”

Slaughter is encouraging constituents to share ideas that they think will be beneficial both locally and statewide. Slaughter plans to personally review each submission and will consider introducing proposals as legislation. Residents who have ideas for new laws can call 773-445-9700 or email slaughterj@ilga.gov. Ideas can also be mailed to his district office, located at 1234 W. 95th St. in Chicago, IL 60643. The deadline for submitting legislative ideas is Wednesday, Jan. 23.

“When everyone has a chance for their voice to be heard, our democracy is at its strongest,” Slaughter said. “I encourage everyone to share their ideas, no matter how big or small, so that we can make our community a better place to live and move Illinois forward together.”