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Speaker Welch’s Statement on Passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka

Aug 5, 2021 | Welch

“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka. I had the pleasure of meeting and discussing important issues for our working families with Rich just last week. Our nation owes a debt of gratitude to Rich for his tireless...

Edly-Allen Highlights Government Reforms, Responsible Budgeting in First Legislative Session

Jun 1, 2019 | Edly-Allen

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In her first legislative session, state Rep. Mary Edly-Allen, D-Libertyville, demonstrated her commitment to working families and supporting a stronger middle class.Edly-Allen supported a balanced, bipartisan budget that controls spending, meets...

Andrade Fights for Working Families, Safer Communities, and Funding for Critical Services

Jun 1, 2019 | Andrade

SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Following adjournment of the spring legislative session, State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, fought for key reforms to raise wages for working families, hold the wealthy accountable and pass a balanced budget that funds vital services.Andrade...

Smith Prioritizes Working Families, Education During Spring Session

Jun 1, 2019 | Smith

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Throughout the spring legislative session, state Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, worked hard to help middle-class families throughout Illinois by increasing the minimum wage and supporting a Fair Tax to make the wealthy pay their fair share. Smith...

Ramirez and Ortiz Lead Charge on Fair Tax Amendment, Provide Working Families Tax Relief

May 28, 2019 | Ortiz, Ramirez

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to provide tax relief for their local residents and demand the wealthy pay their fair share in taxes, state Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Chicago, and state Rep. Aaron Ortiz, D-Chicago, issued the following joint statement after supporting the...

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