Rep. Lilly Measures that have Passed the General Assembly 2023

House Bill 1540 – Updating the Smoke Free Illinois Act Reflecting changes in smoking culture, Lilly led the effort to update the state’s Smoke Free Illinois Act to include electronic cigarettes, vapes, and other similar devices. The Smoke Free Illinois Act prohibits...

Black Caucus Addresses Shooting at Western Illinois University

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Joint Legislative Black Caucus issued the following statement regarding the deadly shooting at Western Illinois University over the weekend.  “Our hearts and support go out to the grieving family of the individual lost to gun...

Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Issues Statement in Response to Release of Police Body Camera Footage of Killing of Tyre Nichols

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — In response to the release of police body camera footage showing the killing of Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Memphis officers, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC) released the following statement: “The release of police body camera...

Lilly Starts New Term, Emphasizes Need to Support Most Vulnerable

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement Wednesday after being sworn in for a new term: “As we start a new General Assembly, we can’t forget about our most vulnerable who are still dealing with the effects of the pandemic...