Latest Updates:
Stuart Launches Community Women’s Caucus
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, will begin holding monthly Community Women’s Caucus meetings across Metro East communities. The Caucus was born from conversations at a Women’s Community Advisory Committee held in Stuart’s district last month, with attendees advocating for more spaces for women-led community advocacy and engagement.
Jones-Backed Bill Offering Relief to Lower Home and Auto Insurance Policyholders Passes the House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is taking steps to cut home and auto insurance costs through a bill that ensures Illinois customers are not paying to pad the profits of big corporations or cover corporate losses in high-risk states like Florida or Texas.
Vella-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Deuter Aims to Make Streets Safer by Stopping Super Speeders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, is working to make roadways across the state safer by changing how law enforcement responds to extreme cases of reckless driving.
DeLuca Measure Encourages Rehabilitative Services for Juvenile Firearm Offenders, Heads to House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help make communities safer and give youth a chance at a better future, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has advanced legislation that would encourage qualified minors involved in multiple firearm offenses to participate in restorative justice programs – such as social service programs, cognitive behavioral therapy and mentoring.
Avelar Looks to Direct Emergency Relief Payments to Low-Income Illinois Families Impacted by SNAP Changes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – With uncertainty surrounding new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) rules, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar is looking to deliver emergency relief payments to qualified low-income families that have been denied, terminated or face reduced SNAP benefits.
Hoffman Advances Plan to Strengthen Workplace Rights Bureau
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A pro-worker initiative led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, to strengthen the Workplace Rights Bureau, close loopholes and hold bad actors accountable will head to the full House for consideration.
Harper Moves Legislation to Improve Food Access and Strengthen Hunger Relief Across Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, has advanced legislation out of committee designed to strengthen coordination across Illinois’ charitable food network.
Ryan-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Hanson Passes Homeowner, Auto Insurance Cost Relief Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is taking action to lower home and auto insurance costs by passing a new bill that ensures Illinois customers are not padding profits of big corporations or covering corporate losses in high-risk states like Florida or Texas.
Manley, Legislative Neurodiversity Caucus Highlight Priorities, Recognize Cerebral Palsy Day and Upcoming Autism Awareness and Neurodiversity Celebration Month
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined members of the Illinois Legislative Neurodiversity Caucus (ILNC) and advocates Wednesday morning to outline their priorities at the State Capitol, as well as recognize Cerebral Palsy Day, Autism Awareness Month and Neurodiversity Celebration Month.
Harper Advances Bill to Improve Accessible Transportation in Illinois
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, has advanced legislation out of committee designed to make transportation safer and more accessible for people with disabilities.
Davis Advances Bill to Strengthen Dementia Training for Home Care Workers
State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, has advanced legislation out of committee aimed at improving care for individuals living with dementia.
Jiménez Supports Bill That Makes Public University Tuition Affordable for Illinois Students
To create more pathways for affordable higher education for high school students, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting a bill that would prioritize Illinois public school students for admission and tuition protections at public colleges and universities.
Buckner-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Manley Congratulates Michelle Stiff on Statewide Outstanding Achievement Award
State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, congratulates Michelle Stiff, Director of Workforce Center of Will County, for being honored for a statewide Outstanding Achievement in Workforce and Labor.
Vella Bill to Ease Teacher Shortage Advances Out of Committee
State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is advancing a new bill to the House floor to help local school districts respond to ongoing teacher shortages.
Crawford Advances Bill to Review Barriers Facing Millions of Illinoisans with Criminal Record
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, has successfully advanced legislation out of committee aimed at addressing long-term barriers faced by individuals with arrest or conviction records across Illinois.