News

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…


Friday, April 17, 2020
Rep. Grant Speaks Out about IDES Failures and Efforts to Force Change

As the elected voice for the 42nd District, which includes parts of Naperville, Warrenville, West Chicago and Wheaton, my most important job is to take care of my constituents. I…


Friday, April 17, 2020
Rep. Grant: Share Your Ideas and Suggestions for How Illinois should Kickstart the Economy

With the COVID-19 pandemic and stay-at-home orders affecting families and businesses across Illinois, State Representative Amy Grant is seeking ideas on how Illinois can restart its economy and get Illinois…


Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Legislative News from Rep. Amy Grant

With ongoing concerns associated with the current health pandemic, several weeks of the spring legislative session have been canceled. We have not been told when we will return to Springfield….


Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Rep. Amy Grant Urges Illinoisans to Beware of Stimulus Check Scams

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) and the Illinois Attorney General are urging Illinois residents to be vigilant and watch for scammers trying to take advantage of the upcoming COVID-19 federal…