Avelar: Internet Services Should be Equitable

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is working to make internet access more affordable with new legislation slashing cable and video provider charges for internet service customers. “Internet services should be affordable and accessible...

Avelar Hosts Free Community Shred Event

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, will team up with state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, to host a free community drive-thru shred event on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Bolingbrook Park District’s Annerino Center,...

Avelar Measures Seek to Expand Tax Relief for Seniors

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — Local seniors would receive relief from high property taxes under new, progressive solutions backed by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, expanding property tax freezes and refunds for low-income seniors. “It is of utmost importance...

State Law Reinforcing Marriage Equality to Take Effect

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — A new law co-sponsored by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, and taking effect Jan. 1 enshrines marriage equality for all couples, defending same-sex unions in Illinois from right-wing attacks by out-of-state judges and politicians....