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Thursday, May 7, 2020
Suburban CDL Facility Reopens to Assist Commercial Truck Drivers

The Secretary of State’s office has opened three Commercial Drivers License (CDL) facilities to meet the overwhelming demand being placed on commercial and agricultural enterprises engaged in delivering and producing…


Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Rep. Amy Grant Responds to Governor Pritzker’s Plan to Reopen Illinois

On Tuesday afternoon, Governor Pritzker presented his plan for a regional approach to reopen the Illinois economy. His plan seeks to restore the Illinois economy through five steps over four…


Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Rep. Grant, House Republican Women Urge Governor Pritzker to Call Legislators Back to Springfield

In a letter sent to Governor Pritzker on April 28, State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) and the women of the House Republican Caucus asked the Governor to call lawmakers to…


Monday, May 4, 2020
Rep. Amy Grant Seeks Community Input on COVID-19 Survey

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is seeking input from community members about the handling of the COVID-19 crisis in Illinois. Through a short survey, people can weigh in on issues…


Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Rep. Amy Grant Shares Grant Opportunities for College Students at Risk of Dropping Out Due To COVID-19

Illinois is providing financial assistance to those students who are most at risk of dropping out of college because of the pandemic. The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), Illinois…


Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Illinoisans can Check the Status of their Federal Stimulus Payment

Those expecting an economic impact payment from the Federal government can now check the status of those funds on the “Get My Payment” portal. The results of the search will…


Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Grant Outlines Available Help for Those Struggling with Student Loan Debt

The federal CARES Act provided much-needed relief for those with federal student loans who are struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, including automatic suspension of monthly payments and interest, and halting involuntary…


Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Rep. Grant: Contract and Gig Workers Should File for Unemployment Now

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is encouraging ALL unemployed individuals to file an unemployment insurance claim now. Whether you are a traditional employee, an independent contractor, gig economy worker or you are unsure which you are, apply now. You…


Friday, April 24, 2020
Legislative News from Rep. Amy Grant

Share Your Ideas for How to Reopen the Economy! We have to put Illinoisans back to work. Businesses cannot stay closed forever. If you have an idea for how we…


Monday, April 20, 2020
Easing the Financial Impact of COVID-19

COVID-19, and the ensuing lockdown, has created a crisis in Illinois. This economic hardship caused by this virus is impacting employees and employers hard. The Illinois Dept. of Employment Security…