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Black and Latino Caucus Members Urge Gov. Rauner to Speak Up for Communities of Color
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –Committed to making Illinois a welcoming state, State Rep. Chris Welch, D-Hillside, and state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa”...
ILBCF Staff
Jul 24, 20172 min read
HUGE VICTORY FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF TEMP WORKERS
SPRINGFIELD, IL – “Today, we showed that the power of the people can reform the pervasive systemic problem with temp agencies and their...
ILBCF Staff
Mar 31, 20172 min read
Trotter: Antiquated, unfair bond process hurts the poor
SPRINGFIELD – To end a system that punishes the poor, State Senator Donne Trotter is sponsoring a proposal that eliminates the state’s...
Larry Luster
Mar 20, 20171 min read
Stratton Legislation Would Address Rape Kit Backlog
CHICAGO – Responding to reports that sexual assault survivors and law enforcement agencies are often left in the dark for as long as...
ILBCF Staff
Mar 7, 20172 min read


Slaughter to Advocate for Criminal Justice Reform, School Funding in Committee Appointments
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, plans to prioritize education funding and fight for reform in the state’s criminal...
ILBCF Staff
Feb 28, 20171 min read


Welch Proposes Bill to Make College More Affordable
HILLSIDE, Ill. – In an effort to alleviate the burdensome tuition costs for college students across Illinois, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris”...
ILBCF Staff
Feb 27, 20172 min read


Harper Maintains Commitment to Women’s Health
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would expand women’s access to comprehensive health care by...
ILBCF Staff
Feb 27, 20172 min read


Lilly Named New House Chair of Insurance Committee to Protect Families and Businesses
CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, will chair the House Committee of Insurance: Property and Casualty in the 100th General...
ILBCF Staff
Feb 27, 20171 min read
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