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Studies show nearly 74% of people jailed in the U.S. are awaiting trial. Even when found not guilty, many lose their jobs, their homes, and even custody of their children. Illinois' Pretrial Fairness Act counteracts this by taking money out of the equation. Instead, judges will decide pretrial detainment based on a public safety evaluation.

Cash bail disproportionately impacts communities of color. Illinois is the first state to abolish it

September 14, 2023

CHICAGO (AP) — It took four and a half months for Shannon Ross’ life to unravel. Ross, who describes himself as Indigenous and a person…

It was announced that State Representative Dave Vella will be the Grand Marshall of the 2023 Labor Day Parade. The event hosts, RUL (Rockford United Labor) and the AFL-CIO, chose Representative Dave Vella to be the Grand Marshall of the Labor Day Parade because of his tireless efforts to help the working people of the State-line area throughout his tenure in office.

68th District State Representative Dave Vella Named as the Grand Marshall of the 2023 Rockford Labor Day Parade

September 9, 2023

It was announced that State Representative Dave Vella will be the Grand Marshall of the 2023 Labor Day Parade. The event hosts, RUL (Rockford United…

The election day countdown starts now! This week, our members will begin collecting petitions to get on the ballot. Help us stay strong in the fight for our communities! You've got until December 4 to sign a petition for your Democratic state representative.

Politicians start collecting signatures as Illinois election season officially kicks off

September 7, 2023

Tuesday is the official kickoff to the 2024 political season. Candidates began the work of getting on the ballot for next spring’s primary election. Voters…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

News and Updates from Democrats for the Illinois House

Cash bail disproportionately impacts communities of color. Illinois is the first state to abolish it

68th District State Representative Dave Vella Named as the Grand Marshall of the 2023 Rockford Labor Day Parade

Politicians start collecting signatures as Illinois election season officially kicks off

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

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

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

Illinois enacts bill allowing noncitizens to join police force

Manley Recognized As A Leader In Springfield

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

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

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