IL State Representative of the 5th District!
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Thank you to @cbschicago for covering our story today! Protecting Illinois consumers from alternative energy supplier scams. HB 4313 brings transparency, accountability, and real protections to the marketplace.
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Happy 96th birthday to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium.
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A major step forward for civic engagement in Illinois.
The Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. Youth Voter Empowerment Bill has passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and now awaits the Governor’s signature.
#HB4339 #YouthVoterEmpowerment #RevJesseJackson #VotingRights
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This legislation honors Rev. Jackson’s vision that every young person enters adulthood with the tools and opportunity to participate in our democracy. By connecting voter registration opportunities with high schools, we are helping empower the next generation of civic leaders.
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May 29
Thank you to @RobertJPeters Peters, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., the @RPCoalition, Chicago Votes, educators, advocates, students, and all who helped advance this legislation.
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Proud to have the Merchandise Mart in the 5th district and call it home!
Today in 1930, the Merchandise Mart opened and became the world's largest building. It was originally built to centralize the wholesale operations of Marshall Field & Co. It was so large, it had its own zip code. #chicago #history
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Mar 23
Big win for civic engagement.
HB 4339 — the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr. Young Voter Empowerment Law, is moving forward, bringing voter registration directly into the high school experience for eligible seniors.
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If we want a stronger democracy, we have to start earlier — meeting young people where they are and empowering them to participate.
Onward. 🗳️ #HB4339 #CivicEngagement #YouthVote
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Mar 21
Rep. Kim du Buclet (D-Chicago) told the committee that the measure is intended to foster civic engagement in young adults from the start by removing barriers to voting.
“For too long, voter participation has been treated as something young people are expected to figure out on
The measure, sponsored by @StateRepKim, would require all Illinois school districts to offer high school graduates the opportunity to register to vote.
Via @camryncutinello
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their own after they leave school,” she said. “But if we are serious about building a stronger democracy, we must start earlier. We have to make civic engagement part of the transition into adulthood, and that's exactly what this bill does.”
@RPCoalition @ChicagoVotes
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Mar 21
On Rosie the Riveter Day, we honor the women who stepped up and broke barriers to move our nation forward. Rosie isn't just history-she's a symbol of the courage and determination that still drives progress today.
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Route 66 starts in the 5th District!
To celebrate 100 years of Route 66, @IDOT_Illinois has released a new map—perfect for road trippers looking to explore mile after mile of wonderful Illinois! wcia.com/news/illinois-news/…
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Mar 11
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Illinois’ arts and cultural institutions are economic engines, supporting 40,000 jobs and $3B in impact statewide.
Proud to see leaders testify today before my committee today! The conversation continues. Investing in museums and the arts is investing in
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This International Women’s Day we recognize the extraordinary women who lead in our homes, our communities, and our institutions.
Progress has always been driven by women who were willing to challenge barriers and demand a seat at the table.
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Today we honor that legacy and recommit ourselves to building a future where every woman has the opportunity to succeed.
Grateful to work alongside so many remarkable women across Illinois who continue to move our communities forward.
#internationalwomensday
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DuBuclet said that a major barrier to young people voting is confusion on the process. That barrier is one of the reasons for the youth voter turnout gap. Voting should not be dependent on someone’s zip code or salary status, it should be open to everyone.
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Thank you to @CapitolNewsIL for covering our press conference today!
“Salespeople should not be rewarded simply for closing a deal, regardless of whether that deal is actually in the consumer’s best interest,” Du Buclet said.
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. “If a company is offering a strong product at a fair price, it should be able to compete honestly; it should not have to rely on high pressure sales tactics or misleading pitches to get customers to sign on.”
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