Illinois State House District 17
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Myalls on Homeschool Act: ‘It’s an effort to reduce even further the choices students have for education’
Kathy Myalls, former New Trier Township GOP chair and prior candidate for Illinois House District 17, strongly criticized the Illinois Homeschool Act – HB2827 – labeling it as yet another attempt by the state government to limit parental rights and impose unnecessary regulations on homeschooling families.
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Martin concedes: 'I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude for the thousands of people who voted for me in this election'
Bradley Martin has conceded his race for the 17th House District seat.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law creating the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of creating the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act went into effect on Aug. 9, 2019, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law amending the Survivor Support and Trafficking Prevention Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Survivor Support and Trafficking Prevention Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code went into effect on Aug. 9, 2019, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Statement from the Illinois House Democratic Women’s Caucus Elections Working Group…
“This past Spring, the Illinois House Democratic Women’s Caucus crafted and advanced SB1863, legislation to improve and increase opportunities for vote by mail in the November election in response to urgent and legitimate concerns regarding voting in person during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Seventh House Democrat calls on Madigan to hand over speaker’s gavel now: ‘It’s the right thing to do’
The freshman North Shore legislator has received nearly $247,000 from Madigan.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law amending the Freedom of Information Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Freedom of Information Act went into effect on June 16, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law amending the Deposit of State Moneys Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Deposit of State Moneys Act went into effect on June 16, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law amending the Freedom of Information Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Freedom of Information Act went into effect on June 16, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Rep. Gong-Gershowitz-sponsored law amending the Deposit of State Moneys Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-17) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Deposit of State Moneys Act went into effect on June 16, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Child Care Restoration Grant
Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, child care centers across the state have stepped up to ensure the first responders, medical workers and other essential employees fighting on the front lines of this emergency can work with peace of mind that their children are being well taken care of.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Resurgence Prevention Plan
Governor Pritzker announced a mitigation plan to prevent the resurgence of COVID-19 in Illinois.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: June Newsletter: BIG Things Happening
Because of you, Illinois is moving forward. Even as some states move backward in their reopening plans, all four of Illinois’ health regions have now steadily improved health metrics to allow the state to move to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan by the end of this week, on June 26th.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Gong-Gershowitz Supports Responsible Budget, Prioritizes Residents’ Safety
As the Illinois legislature’s session concluded, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, supported a responsible budget that protects essential services and provides resources for communities weathering the COVID-19 pandemic.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Special Session Update and Good news to share
I return to Springfield when the legislative session reconvenes on May 20.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Gong-Gershowitz Emphasizes Importance of Mental Health During COVID-19 Crisis
Recognizing the challenges of adjusting to major life changes as a result of the pandemic, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glennview, is shining a spotlight on the importance of taking care of mental health during the COVID-19 crisis.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Gong-Gershowitz Celebrates Students amidst COVID-19 Changes
With COVID-19 safety precautions deeply impacting many aspects of everyday life, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview , is celebrating the important milestones that many students did not get to experience to the fullest this year.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Gong-Gershowitz Promotes Legal Aid Resources
Illinois State House District 17 issued the following announcement on April 20.With the COVID-19 outbreak impacting every facet of everyday life, state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, is reminding residents that affordable legal aid is available to them during these difficult times.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Covid-19 Bulletin #7: Legal Aid/mental Health Helpline/housing Faq/dceo Business Webinar
Dear Neighbor: With the COVID-19 outbreak impacting almost every facet of everyday life, we want to let you know that affordable legal aid is available during these difficult times.
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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 17: Resources for individuals, families and business
During these extraordinary times, this otherwise familiar greeting has taken on a new significance, and I want to reassure you that we are here to listen and provide support