Connor Backs Measure to Protect Abuse Investigators

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, is fighting to ensure the safety of Illinoisans who protect children, families and aging adults by supporting a bill enforcing stricter penalties on people who harass or attack social workers intervening in...

Connor Combats Spread of Untraceable, Undetectable Guns

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Criminals making, carrying or distributing untraceable or undetectable firearms would face stricter penalties under a bill backed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport. “Guns that can’t be detected with a metal detector represent a unique threat to...

Connor Fights to Protect Child Sexual Assault Survivors

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Children who are victims of sexual assault will be spared more hardship under a bill proposed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, which would allow courts to prevent accused predators from personally questioning their accusers. “As a prosecutor,...

Connor Fighting to Help Students Repay College Debt

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois students would receive much-needed student loan relief under a bill proposed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, which creates a tax credit to offset a portion of loan payments every year. “We want our children to pursue higher...