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Moylan Supports Reducing Teen Smoking

Mar 21, 2019 | Moylan

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, recently sponsored and supported legislation raising the legal age to buy all tobacco products, including popular e-cigarettes, from 18 to 21.“Raising the age to buy tobacco products is critical to reducing...

Halpin Highlights Issue of Veterans Combatting Depression and Suicidal Thoughts

Mar 21, 2019 | Halpin

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois veterans are facing high rates of suicide and depression and state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, recently proposed a statement of support to draw attention to this problem.“The brave men and women who have served in our armed forces are...

Andrade Backs Bill to End Youth Homelessness

Mar 21, 2019 | Andrade

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Due to the substantial number of young persons in the state who are homeless, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, has signed on to legislation to address the crises.“Many of our youth have nowhere to turn once they age out of the state systems,...

Manley Promotes Good Government, Leads Charge on Township Consolidation

Mar 21, 2019 | Manley

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, recently introduced House Bill 3301, which would eliminate the office of township clerk in each Township of Will County that resides within the 98th Illinois House Legislative District, eliminating duplicative...

Greenwood, Hoffman Sponsor Legislation to Help Military Personnel Receive Professional Licensure

Mar 21, 2019 | Greenwood, Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Reps. LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, and Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, are sponsoring legislation that would help active duty service members stationed on Illinois military bases receive professional licenses for employment.“Active duty...

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