You've heard a lot about building stadiums. State Representative Kam Buckner and House Democrats are focused on building opportunity and bearing down on property taxes.

House Democrats advanced a measure to put enshrine the Voting Rights Act in our State Constitution, to ensure that no Illinoisan is denied the opportunity to elect the representatives of their choosing.

With our Illinois Voting Rights Amendment, we preserve the fundamental belief that a democracy of the people, by the people, and for the people must include all of the people.

The price you see should be the price you pay, but we increasingly see stores enticing customers with savings only available through smartphone apps that can be difficult to navigate and inaccessible to some shoppers. This bill requires businesses to honor all advertised savings.

All patients deserve to have the privacy of the details of their medical care respected. The Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act prevents out-of-state organizations who attack reproductive rights and undermine bodily autonomy from accessing information on a person's reproductive healthcare.

Affordability starts with accountability on junk fees. I passed a new measure cracking down on the hidden costs that are making everyday purchases so expensive.

Higher inflation risks pricing seniors and those with disabilities out of essential services. That's why Illinois House Democrats voted to pass a bill expanding the eligibility threshold for reduced vehicle registration fees so more Illinois seniors and residents who have a disability can qualify.

Opening a utility bill shouldn't feel so scary. That’s why I'm voting to freeze utility surcharge rates and expand eligibility for savings programs so more families can qualify for relief.

Latin American history is central to understanding the development of the United States, and the contributions of Latine communities over the years cannot be overstated. Illinois House Democrats are making sure this full history is taught to students.

Illinoisans shouldn’t worry about losing their homes due to unpaid medical bills. That’s why I passed a measure protecting a primary residence or property from legal action when a hospital seeks to recover medical debt.

We voted to pass the Abortion Access Fund Grant Program! This program uses extra dollars from the Affordable Care Act to help underinsured or uninsured patients seeking reproductive healthcare.

The price you see should be the price you pay, but we increasingly see stores enticing customers with savings only available through smartphone apps that can be difficult to navigate and inaccessible to some shoppers. Yang Rohr passed legislation requiring businesses to honor all advertised savings.

Everyone deserves to live in a peaceful community, but we've seen Trump's agents turn neighborhoods into war zones. Legislation I passed will stop Trump's detention centers near homes, schools, daycare centers, and houses of worship.

Under the Blue Envelope Program, neurodivergent individuals can give an officer one packet containing their identification and insurance information, along with guidance on how the officer can effectively communicate with that driver.

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Everyone should feel safe in their neighborhoods. Speaker Welch is continuing his fight against the abusive and disruptive presence of Donald Trump’s troopers in his district and in communities across the state.

We celebrate the strength and contributions of the millions of hard-working women during WWII. Because of "Rosies" and the significant women's movements that followed, we have 40 women that are dedicated to enacting real change that benefits all Illinoisans.

House Democrats are putting affordability first, and cracking down on insurance increases that simply pad profits.

The General Assembly honored St. Joseph's Day by sharing a special treat this afternoon. Rep. Hanson and Rep. Manley handed out authentic panna cotta, and Rep. Vella shared a few words about the importance of tradition and community.

State Representative Justin Slaughter is fighting to keep weapons of war off our streets.

Reps. Thaddeus Jones and Robyn Gabel led House Democrats' fight for affordability today, passing major reforms to stop unfair insurance increases. Drivers and homeowners in Illinois shouldn’t be paying more to pad corporate profits, or offset costs in other higher-risk states.

Rep. Ness is leading a bill to the House floor that expands access to savings program information for Illinoisans who have disabilities, helping young families and children plan and save for school, housing and more with ABLE accounts.

Increasingly, businesses are advertising deals through apps or online coupons, which not all shoppers can access. Rep. Yang Rohr has advanced legislation to the House floor which will ensure that retailers who offer digital coupons also have printed copies of the coupons available instore.

Speaker Welch Breaks Down Illinois' Budget Priorities for the Coming Year Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel "Chris" Welch joined guest co-host Dr. Suzet McKinney on Chicago Newsroom 2.0 to lay out what lawmakers are focused on as the new legislative session gets…

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Rep. Jaime Andrade led House Democrats in calling for Secretary Kristi Noem's removal from office in January. House Republicans were silent.
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We recognize and honor the history, resiliency and success of the women who have paved the way for our state’s continued progress. As we celebrate the stories of Illinois women, we reflect on where those before us have been, why we’ll continue their fight, and how we’ll continue to grow.

Did Illinois Republicans stay up too late listening to Trump’s ramblings or are they just not concerned about accountability for Jeffrey Epstein’s companions? House Democrats are standing up, even if Republicans aren’t.