CALUMET CITY, Ill. – Offering a series of sweeping economic proposals to rebuild Illinois’ working class, state Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, announced his plan to increase wages, invest in education and crack down on wealthy corporations not paying their fair...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Pledging to continue fighting on behalf of middle-class families, state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, began a new term Wednesday, with a focus on passing a fair and responsible budget, increasing funding for local schools, and holding the line on...
CHICAGO– Taking on corporate insurance companies, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, supported a proposal this week that demands insurers share savings from a previous workers compensation reform bill with small businesses. “Big insurance took advantage of the 2011...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is partnering with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to host an Energy Efficiency Forum to highlight ways to save on energy costs and be more energy efficient. The event will take place Saturday,...
DES PLAINES, Ill. – With a focus on improving Illinois’ business climate and protecting middle-class families, state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, announced his support for sweeping economic reforms. “For far too long, many families in my district have struggled...