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December 21, 2021
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State Rep. Jaime Andrade Leads Successful “Christmas Cards for Seniors” Drive

Chicago – State Representative Jaime Andrade’s inaugural Christmas Cards for Seniors Drive saw an overwhelming turnout of support from 40th District residents, with nearly 200 handwritten letters being delivered to a local assisted living facility, Paul House, just in time for the holidays. “The holidays are the most joyous time of the year, but for many seniors living […]

September 4, 2021
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Andrade Makes It Easier for Consumers to Cancel Online Subscription Services

SPRINGFIELD– A new law championed by State Rep. Jaime Andrade, Jr., D-Chicago, that makes it easier for individuals who pay for subscription services to cancel them is now in effect. “Technology has made it simple for people to purchase entertainment, news, cable, internet and other information online and especially on our phones,” said Andrade. “However, […]

July 29, 2021
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Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Establishing an Elected Chicago School Board

CHICAGO –Governor JB Pritzker signed landmark legislation creating an elected school board for Chicago Public Schools. The legislation expands the size of the board from the existing seven members to 21 members over the course of the next five years. This legislation has been in the works for many years, before finally being signed into […]

July 14, 2021
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The Child Tax Credit Update Portal

The IRS recently upgraded the Child Tax Credit Update Portal to enable families to update their bank account information so they can receive their monthly Child Tax Credit payment. The tool also allows families to unenroll from the advance payments if they don’t want to receive them. The Update Portal is available only on IRS.gov. […]

July 14, 2021
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Portal de actualización del Crédito tributario

El IRS actualizó recientemente el Portal de actualización del Crédito tributario por hijos para permitir a las familias actualizar la información de su cuenta bancaria para que puedan recibir su pago mensual del Crédito tributario por hijos. La herramienta también permite a las familias cancelar su inscripción si no desean recibir los pagos por adelantado. […]

July 9, 2021
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Connor’s New Law Identifies and Addresses Racial Bias in AI Hiring Processes

SPRINGFIELD – Legislation sponsored by State Senator John Connor (D-Lockport) was signed into law Friday that would require stricter monitoring of possible racial bias by businesses that use artificial intelligence in their hiring processes. “It is our responsibility to eliminate racial bias in all aspects of our society, and this is an important step in […]

July 3, 2021
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City of Chicago Mortgage Assistance Qualification and Application

The City of Chicago is offering up to $3,300 in mortgage assistance to residents who are behind on their mortgage payments and have been financially impacted by the pandemic. This program is administered by one of the community partners in the district, Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS). Grant amounts awarded will be based on the amount […]

July 3, 2021
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Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) For Those Needing Internet Access

If you need internet access, the FCC opened the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) enrollment on May 12, 2021. The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a temporary program developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will end once the program funds are exhausted, or six months after the Department of Health and Human Services declares […]

July 3, 2021
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SAFE-T Act Implementation

Starting July 1, 2021, Illinois will no longer suspend a license for any ticket debt, fines, or fees. This change includes suspension and holds due to: parking tickets, vehicle compliance tickets, red-light camera tickets, automatic speed camera tickets, traffic tickets, and abandoned vehicle fees. These changes are due to the SAFE-T Act passed in January. […]

July 3, 2021
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Elected School Board Updates

A procedural hold had been placed on the CPS Elected School Board Bill to protect the bill and as a courtesy to stakeholders who had raised concerns during its final hearing. On June 30th, the hold was lifted by 4th District State Representative Delia Ramirez and the bill’s other sponsors, including 40th District State Representative […]

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