Connor Passes Measure Strengthening College Mental Health Services

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Students at public colleges would have better access to mental health resources under a bill recently passed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport.“Mental health can be a serious obstacle for students when they go to college,” Connor said. “We know...

Slaughter Backs Effort to Inform Ex-Prisoners of Voting Rights

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that would require the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) to provide individuals being released from prison with information about their voting rights.“There is a common...

Mason Passes “Buy American” Act to Support Local Jobs

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State agencies would be required to prioritize American-made products when making purchases under legislation passed out of the Illinois House by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, to help grow the local economy and expand job opportunities. “Our...