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Mussman Passes Legislation Allowing Schools to Better Assist Unhoused Students
State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is sending legislation to the governor’s desk for consideration allowing school districts to provide extended hotel stays for student families who have lost their housing.
Hanson Railroad Safety Initiative for School Districts Sent to Governor
Prioritizing the safety of children and young drivers, state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, introduced, championed, and passed a bill requiring school districts to include railroad safety messaging in their respective handbooks.
Mayfield Legislation Creating Price Transparency for Hearing Care Costs Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Protecting consumers from unfair costs for hearing care, state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, passed legislation that creates a regulatory framework for hearing care organizations that operate in Illinois.
Mason Bill Establishing Emergency Training Standards at Child Care Centers Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is prioritizing the health and safety of young children by passing legislation requiring at least two non-administrative staff members working on site at a child care center to be trained in first aid, CPR and the Heimlich maneuver in case of an emergency.
Ryan Supports Bill Assisting Investigators in Missing Persons Cases, Legislation Passes Both Chambers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Rick Ryan is helping law enforcement close cases and keep communities safe by ensuring that vital identifying information of a missing person is promptly shared across police agencies.
Kelly Bill to Protect and Establish Fair Accountability Standards for Emergency Service Workers Passes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— To protect service workers and establish fair accountability standards in cases of accidents on duty, state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, passed a bill that amends the evaluation and safety system for workers who make mistakes.
Mussman Bill Launching Blue Envelope Program Heads to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is making interactions between law enforcement and individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder safer and easier. The Blue Envelope Program intends to support safe and effective communication for all involved parties.
Crawford Bill Expanding Support for Students Across Illinois Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, advanced legislation to the governor’s desk aimed at strengthening support for students’ academic, behavioral, and mental health needs in schools.
Grasse-Backed Affordability Bill Protecting Consumers from Online Price Increases Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new bill supported by state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, seeks to prohibit online retailers from discreetly using “surveillance pricing”—a predatory practice that sets online prices to the highest amount the merchant believes a given consumer will pay, based on an algorithm or artificial intelligence (AI).
Manley Effort to Strengthen Behavior Analyst Licensing Act Passes General Assembly, Heads to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In coordination with the Illinois Association for Behavior Analysis, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, sent a plan to the governor Thursday that will clarify and strengthen provisions in the state’s Behavior Analyst Licensing Act, helping residents access the professional care they deserve.
Faver Dias Bills to Strengthen Support for Women and Children Head to Governor’s Desk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Underscoring her work to support women and children, measures from state Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, to expand home visiting services and expand “play-based learning” are heading to the governor’s desk.
Buckner Files Resolution to Honor Senator Richard. J Durbin with Joint Session of the Illinois General Assembly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Kam Buckner has filed House Joint Resolution 68 to convene a Joint Session of the Illinois General Assembly honoring retiring United States Senator Richard J. Durbin for his extraordinary career in public service and lasting impact on Illinois and the nation.
Hanson Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to restore affordability for Illinois households, state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is advancing a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices, and requiring businesses to fairly compensate consumers.
Briel Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to restore affordability for Illinois households, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is advancing a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices, and requiring businesses fairly compensate consumers.
Davis Bill Strengthening Dementia Training for Home Care Workers Sent to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, advanced legislation to the governor’s desk that improves care for individuals living with dementia by strengthening training requirements for home care workers.
Gill Bill Prohibiting Recording in State Courthouses Passes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—To increase protection for domestic violence survivors and other victims appearing in Illinois courts, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, passed a bill prohibiting recording and photography in any courtroom without the person or the court’s consent.
Ortíz Bill Increasing Tuition Assistance to Community College Students Passes Senate Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure championed by state Rep. Aarón Ortíz, D-Chicago, which would expand state tuition assistance for community college students passed out of the Senate on Thursday.
Avelar-Backed Legislation Protects Travelers from Online Hotel Booking Scams
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is delivering new financial safeguards for families seeking affordable travel options by advancing legislation cracking down on fraudulent online hotel booking sites that withhold critical information from shoppers.