News and Updates from Democrats for the Illinois House

Itedal Shalabi, leader of the nonprofit Arab American Family Services, celebrates the addition of a the Middle Eastern and North African catagory for census data in Illinois. (Hank Sanders/Daily Southtown)

Middle Eastern community celebrates Illinois becoming first state to add its racial classification

September 6, 2023

With just a few short words, lawmakers passed a bill that, once signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, makes Illinois the first state to add the…

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Thanks to House Democrats, we have expanded protections for survivors of domestic violence. Several bills co-sponsored by Rep. Joyce Mason were recently signed into law and will allow survivors to be safely distanced from their abusers and add electronic communications to orders of protection.

Illinois Lawmakers Look to Address Domestic Violence Rise With Laws to Help Survivors

August 28, 2023

An estimated one in five homicide victims are killed by an intimate partner, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  The CDC also reports…

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A common myth about Illinois House Bill 3751 is that it will allow undocumented immigrants to become police officers. This claim is NOT true. HB 3751 will only allow those who are legally eligible to work in the U.S. to become police officers.

Fact Check-Illinois bill only allows certain non-citizens to become police officers

August 16, 2023

Illinois House Bill 3751 only allows non-citizens who are eligible to work in the U.S. and are authorized to possess firearms under federal law to…

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Leader Barbara Hernandez was recently on News Nation to dispel the myths regarding a new bill she co-sponsored which allows eligible individuals to apply to become police officers in Illinois.

Illinois enacts bill allowing noncitizens to join police force

August 14, 2023

(NewsNation) — Amid an alarming shortage of police officers across the country, there’s a bold new proposal that might help solve the problem: filling police…

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Deputy Majority Leader Natalie Manley has been a leader for reproductive rights and fiscal responsibility. We are proud to have her leading the way to progress in the Illinois House. Learn more about this powerful advocate for the people of Illinois.

Manley Recognized As A Leader In Springfield

July 31, 2023

In recognition of her hard work and dedication in Springfield and her record of advocating on behalf of working people in her community and across…

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The top 10 worst states to live and work in are all led by Republicans. CNBC said it. Rankings are based on a quality of life assessment that includes crime, health care, childcare and health care, and inclusion.

CNBC’s Top 10 States Worst States to Live and Work In Are All Republican-Led

July 19, 2023

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Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. (WEEK)

Illinois Supreme Court upholds end to cash bail; change to go into effect Sept. 18

July 18, 2023

CHICAGO, Ill. (CBS) – The Illinois Supreme Court has upheld a state law ending cash bail across the state, giving courts two more months before…

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The tourism industry in Illinois is back and better than ever with record-breaking hotel revenues and growing visitor numbers. From museums in our lively city of Chicago to the beautiful hiking trails in southern Illinois, we have it all.

Illinois Tourism Booming Post-COVID, ‘Middle of Everything’ Campaign Successful

July 16, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The tourism industry is booming in Illinois. State leaders announced Monday that Illinois hotels made $308 million during Fiscal Year 2023.…

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Lake County Dems defend democracy! ✊ Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch joined the Lake County community on Flag Day to highlight the Democratic efforts to protect our freedoms.

“Because We Do the Work!” Lake Country Democrats Defending Democracy Reception

June 27, 2023

Lake Dems rallied a large group of dedicated and determined Democrats at our 2nd annual Democrats Defending Democracy reception on Flag Day. Attendees included legislators, current, former,…

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Juneteenth Press Release with a group picture

House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch to Host 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

June 13, 2023

WESTCHESTER, Ill.– On Monday, June 19 from 2pm-6pm, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch will welcome the community and local officials to Memorial Park [639 N.…

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