SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is pushing to ensure cities and towns don’t pass laws which weaken unions and endanger workers’ access to safe, fair-paying jobs.“Strong unions are the backbone of a workforce composed of good-paying, safe...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation introduced by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, to allow firefighter academy graduates to receive a brief history of the labor movement for firefighters passed out of the House Labor and Commerce Committee with bipartisan support.“The...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In recognition of his career of fighting for the rights of working men and women, state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, will serve as a member of the House Labor and Commerce Committee during the 101st General Assembly, advocating for the rights of...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. John D’Amico, D-Chicago, will focus on rebuilding Illinois’ infrastructure and protecting the safety of travelers as the chairperson of the Illinois House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee. “Our transportation...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – This week, Assistant Majority Leader and state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, announced the committees he will serve on in the Illinois House of Representatives. “It is an incredible privilege to serve as Assistant Majority Leader in the House,”...