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Friday, January 19, 2024
Mental Health Screenings for Students in Illinois

Starting Fall 2024, Illinois will implement the Wellness Checks in Schools Program Act, mandating annual mental health screenings for its 2 million school students. This initiative, overseen by the Illinois…


Thursday, January 18, 2024
Soft on Crime Policies are Hurting Illinois

The Illinois Safe-T Act brought monumental changes to our criminal justice system related to pre-arrest diversion, policing, pretrial procedures, sentencing, elimination of cash bail, and corrections. The law was written…


Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Back to Business (B2B) Grant Program

The Back to Business (B2B) Local Chambers program provides recovery grants for local chambers of commerce.  Eligible local chambers of commerce are eligible to apply for $5 million in available…


Tuesday, January 16, 2024
2024 Spring Session Begins

We’re back in Springfield for the 2024 Spring Legislative Session. Over the next few weeks, you can follow along on ILGA.gov. You can also preview some of the legislation to come…


Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Upcoming Blood Drives in DuPage County

Donating blood is a quick and easy way to help save the lives of others. Blood banks in Illinois are all facing critical shortages which can have devastating consequences on…


Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Please join me in celebrating Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!! Thank you to all the police officers keeping the 47th District safe!


Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Tips on Saving Energy This Winter Season

Now that it is finally starting to look and feel like winter, use this resource to save money on your utility bills until we thaw out in the spring. The…


Monday, January 8, 2024
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY

I hope you are all bracing for the winter storm that’s on its way. Please, take extra caution if you have to venture out on the roads – they can…


Monday, January 8, 2024
New Changes at Chicagoland Metro Stations

WHEATON, IL – State Representative Amy Grant is informing Chicagoland residents of significant updates to Metra’s ticketing and fare structure, effective February 1, 2024. The changes include new fare pricing, different products,…


Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Illinois Population Declines Again

People are leaving Illinois due to high taxes & bad policies. But there’s hope! I am working with my fellow lawmakers to return affordability & safety back to Illinois. 2024…