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Yingling Backs Measure to Combat Teacher Shortage by Raising Teacher Salary

Apr 19, 2019 | Yingling

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, stood with Illinois’ teachers by supporting legislation that raises their salary to a livable standard and addressing the state’s concerning teacher shortage.“Teachers should be treated and compensated fairly...

Villanueva: Raising the Minimum Wage Levels the Playing Field for Working Families

Feb 14, 2019 | Villanueva

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Celina Villanueva, D-Chicago, issued the following statement after legislation creating a fair wage in Illinois, Senate Bill 1, passed the General Assembly Thursday: “Under the status quo our state’s economic system has failed working...