OTTAWA, Ill. — State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is highlighting a new law signed Friday set to improve interactions between law enforcement and Illinois drivers diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder by establishing the Blue Envelope Program …
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, lauded the final approval by the governor of a measure to create an apprenticeship program for those pursuing careers in cosmetology, barbery and other esthetics fields. “Too many Illinoisans …
CHICAGO – State Rep. Lisa Davis, D–Chicago, released the following statement congratulating St. Rita High School on winning its first-ever Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State Championship: “What an incredible accomplishment for St. Rita High …
SHILOH, Ill. – Working to ensure our law enforcement has the resources they need to do their job safely and effectively, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined local leaders, police and community members Monday for the ceremonial groundbreaking of a new …
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announced more than $1 million in new local investments designed to support local service providers through the state’s Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) Program. “To prevent violence and economic …
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – In the wake of the tragic mishandling of remains at a local crematory, a new law spearheaded by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, will strengthen the comptroller’s investigative ability over crematories, while also …
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Governor Pritzker signed legislation championed by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, helping patients manage menopause symptoms through legislation requiring insurance companies to cover up to 6 months of hormone replacement …
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, is celebrating the governor’s signing of legislation that creates new apprenticeship pathways in Illinois’ barbering and cosmetology industries. “Everyone deserves access to career opportunities …
LOMBARD, Ill. – Major affordability measures addressing hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law due to the work of state Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard. “The cost of living is at the forefront of everyone’s minds,” said DeLaRosa. “Basic …
OTTAWA, Ill. – A measure to ensure Illinois patients with medical debt are protected from aggressive hospital collection tactics is now law, thanks to successful work by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, who championed the bipartisan measure through …
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan backed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, requiring all grocery chains in Illinois that offer e-coupons to provide, and honor, a physical coupon alternative was signed into law by the governor Friday. “All too …
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law thanks to the support of state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford. “Affordability is on everyone’s mind right now—no matter where you reside, …
MONTGOMERY, Ill. – Multiple affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes were signed into law yesterday, thanks to the work of state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery. “With expenses already so high, it’s extremely …
OTTAWA, Ill. – Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law thanks to the support of state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa. “Grocery trip receipts shouldn’t climb week by week for the same products …
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – In the wake of the surprise shortening of the Illinois girls’ flag football regular high school season, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr has introduced legislation requiring the statewide athletic association to conduct an equity impact review …
CHICAGO — Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law, thanks to the work of state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago. “Right now, no one can afford to pay more than is absolutely necessary, which is why …
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — On the four-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, issued the following statement on the work she has done in Springfield to protect abortion and reproductive rights across the …
CHICAGO —State Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet, D-Chicago, will be honored by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Metropolitan Chapter with its Public Policy Award at the organization’s annual gala on Friday, June 26. The award recognizes Du Buclet’s …
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting a new round of state grants to help fire and EMS departments with small equipment purchases. “I’m grateful for our dedicated first responders who put their lives on the line to help us …
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. – In recognition of the life of Lt. Gregory Jonas, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, joined family, friends and colleagues Monday to officially designate Bond Ave. in Cahokia Heights from S …
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