Aug 18, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – To help develop policies and best practices for combatting human trafficking in Illinois, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, has been appointed to the newly created Human Trafficking Task Force. “Illinois is a national and international crossroads for goods...
Aug 13, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – A measure that enhances anti-discrimination measures and equal pay requirements sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, was recently signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. “No one should face discrimination in the workplace or lower wages because of...
Jun 7, 2021 | Buckner
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – College Athletes in Illinois will be paid for their likeness thanks to a bill sponsored by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago. “Every year, college sports generate billions of dollars for schools, networks, and corporate sponsors, yet the student...
May 25, 2021 | Buckner
CHICAGO – Due to the challenges of remote learning recent graduating high-school students have faced, state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, advanced legislation that will make standardized admissions tests optional for aspiring college freshmen of Illinois Colleges and...