The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is constantly seeking ways to include student voice in all of the work happening at this agency. ISBE’s Student Advisory Council (SAC) is…

Yesterday the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), which handles unemployment claims for the state, reported that more than one million Illinoisans have lost their jobs since March 1. It’s…

As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded and the March stay home order was put into place, House Republicans created an internal Economic Recovery Working Group. Chaired by Deputy Republican Leader Dan…

A comprehensive economic reopening and recovery framework created by House Republicans (HGOP) was shared with Governor Pritzker prior to the unveiling of his own recovery plan. Even though he had…

Independent contractors, sole proprietors, gig workers and those who receive 1099 tax forms, who up to this point have not been eligible for jobless benefits, can apply for out of…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…