Illinois House Democratic Caucus Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on August 26, 2026 - 17:11 GMT

Morris Celebrates Signing of Menopause Equity and Care Act into Law, Expanding Access to Services and Workplace Protections for ...

SPRINGFIELD, ILL – State Representative Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, is celebrating the enactment of House Bill 5284, the Illinois Menopause Equity and Care Act, which is now law in Illinois. House Bill 5284 passed both chambers of the Illinois General …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 17:11 GMT

Stuart Joins US Rep. Nikki Budzinski’s Call for Gateway Regional Medical Center Transparency

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is joining U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski’s demands for transparency regardingGateway Regional Medical Center’s delayed payments to over 600 employees and subpar patient care. “Medical …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 19:37 GMT

Vella Bill Aimed at Shifting Juvenile Focus Towards Rehabilitation Now Law

LOVES PARK, Ill. — Legislation that would change how Illinois courts sentence younger teens to focus more on youth rehabilitation over punishment is now law thanks to the work of state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park. “Harsh, life-changing punishments should …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

Mussman Supports Neurodivergent Drivers with New Laws Launching Blue Envelope Program and Adding ID Designation

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – New advancements supporting neurodivergent and other marginalized drivers are now law, thanks to the work this spring, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, sponsored two pieces of legislation launching the Blue Envelope Program and …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 19:07 GMT

Deuter-backed Measure Modernizing Newborn Screening Signed into Law

WESTMONT, Ill. —A measure backed by state Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, that will modernize Illinois’ newborn disease screening process was signed into law last week. Senate Bill 3049 allows the renamed Universal Newborn Screening Advisory Committee to …

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Published on August 24, 2026 - 17:38 GMT

Stuart Celebrates Illinois Heartland Library System Receiving More Than $5 Million in State Grant Funding

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is congratulating Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) on securing millions of dollars of state funding to allow the organization to provide more resources readily available and free to many …

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Published on August 24, 2026 - 17:38 GMT

Gordon-Booth Congratulates Peoria-Based Healthcare Centers on Nearly $6 Million in Grant Funding

PEORIA, Ill. – Two Peoria-based healthcare centers have been awarded nearly $3,000,000 each thanks to state grant funding previously secured by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria. “While the current federal administration fights to defund our …

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Published on August 24, 2026 - 17:38 GMT

Gov. Pritzker Signs Rashid Bill Confronting Cancer-Causing “Forever Chemicals” in Illinois Wastewater

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker signed into law on Friday legislation from Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) that would create the PFAS Wastewater Citizen Protection Committee to protect Illinois’ water from dangerous long-lasting chemicals. HB 2955 …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 16:31 GMT

West Bills Now Law, Cracking Down on Harassment by Stalkers, Former Partners

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, is advancing the safety of domestic violence and abuse survivors with two new laws that expand protections for victims and those at risk of harassment. Currently in Illinois, emergency protection …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 18:52 GMT

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:55 GMT

Gordon-Booth Celebrates Peoria Receiving Nearly $150k in Adult Volunteer Literacy Grants

PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is congratulating the Neighborhood House Association and Peoria County Regional Office of Education #48 on receiving library grants to expand their adult literacy programs. “Adult volunteer literacy …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:38 GMT

Stuart Champions Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Chair of the House Higher Education Committee, former teacher and lifelong advocate for higher education, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is creating the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act, protecting …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Johnson Bill Strengthening Workers’ Rights for Individuals Without a Driver’s License Signed Into Law

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, led legislation now signed into law that strengthens worker rights by prohibiting employers from requiring that applicants have a driver’s license unless it’s necessary for the position. “There …

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Published on August 19, 2026 - 20:08 GMT

Stuart Voices Support for Teachers Unions’ Legal Action Against Department of Education

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement supporting a coalition of teachers unions and their lawsuit against the Department of Education for a controversial ‘professional degree’ rule change, which …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 18:20 GMT

Lilly-Backed Legislation Strengthening Protections Against Digital Harassment and Abuse Signed into Law

SPRINGFIELD, – Ill. — With online harassment and technology-facilitated abuse presenting new challenges for survivors, state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is lauding the signing of legislation to strengthen protective orders and give courts greater …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

Manley Celebrates Hufford Junior High Ribbon Cutting

JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, and Superintendent Dr. Theresa Rouse on Aug. 13 to cut the ribbon on the new Hufford Junior High School in Joliet. The new Hufford building, along with the new …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 15:28 GMT

Crawford Advocates for Increased State Investment in Education from Pre-K to Ph.D.

CHICAGO – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, is calling for increased state investment across Illinois’ entire education system; from early childhood classrooms through colleges and universities, as lawmakers prepare for their upcoming veto session and …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 18:45 GMT

Briel Celebrates Sami’s Law Expansion Signed by Gov. Pritzker

OTTAWA, Ill. – Working towards fairer accommodations for Illinoisans with disabilities, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is highlighting her work expanding Sami’s Law this spring legislative session, which was successfully signed into law by the …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 21:59 GMT

Pair of Mussman Bills Expanding Child Abuse Protections are Now Law

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, led several pieces of legislation cracking down on child abuse and protecting Illinois’ most vulnerable, our children. These efforts will ensure children are further protected from child abuse, …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 21:59 GMT

Gordon-Booth Backed Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Act Signed into Law

PEORIA, Ill. — State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, supports a new bill encouraging and expanding access to youth civic engagement by requiring high schools to provide voter registration opportunities and information, inspired by the life and legacy of …

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