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Slaughter-Backed Bill Mandates Instruction on Asian American History in Illinois Schools

Aug 11, 2021 | Slaughter

CHICAGO – A new law supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, will require every public K-12 school in Illinois to provide students instruction on the contributions of Asian Americans. “Illinois is one of the most diverse states in the country, and I...

Mayfield Measure to Protect Immigrant Families Signed into Law

Aug 10, 2021 | Mayfield

WAUKEGAN, Ill. – A new law spearheaded by state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, will prohibit local governments from signing contracts with the federal government to detain immigrants and will institute protections for immigrants to ensure law enforcement personnel...

Hernandez-Backed Bill to Allow for Mental Health Days in Schools Now Law

Aug 10, 2021 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – A bill sponsored by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to include mental health days in students’ excused absences was recently signed into law. “It’s critical that schools are offering support to students who struggle with their mental...

Ness-Supported Measure to Provide Automatic Property Tax Relief Signed by Governor

Aug 10, 2021 | Ness

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – As part of her commitment to reduce property taxes, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, supported a measure to make it easier for seniors, veterans and persons with disabilities to access property tax relief. “As families are still overcoming...

Vella to Host a “Donuts with Dave” Event

Aug 4, 2021 | Vella

ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to be accessible to his constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is hosting a Donuts with Dave event to meet with residents and hear their thoughts and opinions on his work in Springfield. “With the many issues that our...

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