Rep. Ann Williams
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State Representative for Illinois' 11th District. she/her. #CEJA #Energy &Environment #The19 #ConsentFirst
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What a great night to come together for our Climate Celebration - thank you to all the advocates, activists, youth leaders and everyone who worked to pass
#CEJA
in IL!
#FossilFreeIL
#twill
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Today, I am announcing my bid to be the first female Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives.
I will lead the House Democratic Caucus collaboratively - with integrity, open communication and respect for the voices of all Illinoisans. (1/2)
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Rep Ann M. Williams Delivers Statement on Breaking News re: Chicago Rat Hole:
One day after a shrine is set up, the Chicago 'rat hole' appears to be filled in
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Update: As reported by
@AVHndz
in
@BlockClubCHI
, the Chicago Rat Hole has been restored to its former glory after local residents braved the cold and icy conditions to scrape out the plaster-like substance from the Rat Hole. This is what community is all about.
#twill
Good news
@RepAnnWilliams
: Rat Hole lives! Please let your constituents know. via
@BlockClubCHI
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Speaker
@RepChrisWelch
presents the assault weapons ban tonight as
@JBPritzker
joins us on the floor in support of this critical life-saving bill. Listen in live at .
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Wow! Looking forward to working with you
@NabeelaforIL
!
Nabeela Syed took down an incumbent Republican, becoming one of the youngest and among the first Muslim-Americans elected to the Illinois House. Find out how she did it in this interview with MSNBC’s Paola Ramos ➡️
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With 62 votes in the House, PNA is repealed and the Youth Health and Safety Act goes to
@GovPritzker
for signature. Illinois will now become a 100% pro-choice state.
#BeLikeIllinois
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With a vote of 64-50 the Reproductive Health Act has passed! Thank you to the advocates, supporters and Handmaids for your endless hard work and dedication & my colleagues who have powerful speeches on the floor today. This couldn’t have happened without all of you. Onward
#twill
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“It’s likely that over 500,000 Illinoisans had drivers licenses, social security numbers, addresses, and voting history data accessed by Russian hackers.... We need Governor Rauner to shown leadership.” -
@renato_mariotti
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Today, I reaffirm my statement that I will not be supporting Mike Madigan for Speaker, joining 18 of my colleagues in calling for new leadership of the Illinois House.
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Today I withdrew my candidacy for the Speaker of the Illinois House when it became clear I would be unable to garner the requisite 60 votes. I couldn’t be more grateful for all those who encouraged and supported me along with way.
#twill
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With a final vote of 18 to 11, the Clean Energy Jobs Act has passed out of committee. This is a huge stride toward a more sustainable, equitable future for Illinois.
#twill
#CEJACantWait
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CPS parents are tired. Tired of the uncertainty, the anxiety. Providing stability & safe schools in the middle of a global pandemic isn't easy...but the constant conflict isn't getting it done and families are reaching a breaking point.
@ChiPubSchools
@CTULocal1
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Nine of the many reasons I support the Reproductive Health Act:
1. Alabama 2. Arkansas 3. Kentucky 4. Missouri 5. Georgia 6. Utah 7. Mississippi 8. Louisiana 9. Ohio
#twill
#passtheRHA
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Tonight I was proud to cast my vote in support of the Reproductive Health Act, passing it out of committee on a vote of 12-7-0. Thank you to everyone who watched tonight, and to the activists who helped bring us to this moment. Now on to the House floor!
#twill
#passtheRHA
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SB825: Elections Omnibus passes the House! We're protecting our democracy by:
🗳️Making Election Day a holiday
🗳️Expanding youth participation
🗳️Creating universal voting centers
🗳️Protecting election cybersecurity
🗳️Allowing candidates to use campaign funds for childcare
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I'm excited to announce I will be chairing the Energy & Environment committee again this legislative session. We have so much work to do to keep our air, water and land clean, ensure our environment is safe and healthy and protect our planet from the growing climate crisis
#twill
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Thank you to the IL Handmaids who remain vigilant over the Senate should the RHA be called tonight. Let's get this done-
#RHAinIL
#PasstheRHA
#twill
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I applaud Governor Pritzker, Rep. Kelly Cassidy & Sen. Heather Steans and the countless advocates who worked to legalize recreational cannabis through the most equity-centric approach in the nation.
#twill
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Yesterday
@SenatorSara6
,
@repgregharris
and
@SenMikeSimmons
and I sent a letter to IDOT asking for an immediate review of the safety of Irving Park Rd for pedestrians and bicyclists after a community member was struck and killed while attempting to cross the street. (1)
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Today, a member of our community was struck by a car and killed while crossing Irving Park Rd. This tragedy occurred following an Early Vote rally many of us attended, just hours after neighbors gathered to mourn the devastating loss of 2 children killed by drivers recently. (1)
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Today we passed the Chicago Elected Representative School Board out of the House and to the Governor, after many attempts, over many years. We are - finally - bringing democracy to the Chicago School Board. (1/2)
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Congratulations
@GovPritzker
@cljmitchell
and the whole team for your work to get a community-centric clean energy bill across the finish line - and for holding the line for a true climate bill. Grateful for your leadership! Onward!
#twill
#FossilFuelIL
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We won't go back.
#RallyForAbortionJustice
#twill
This is what democracy looks like! Chicago, Oct 2
#DefendAbortionAccessIL
#RallyForAbortionJustice
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Today's vote makes clear the House Democratic Caucus is ready for a change in leadership. I want to thank Representative Kathy Willis and Representative Stephanie Kifowit in joining me on this journey to elect Illinois' first woman Speaker.
#twill
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Weaponized gossip. It's designed to undermine the credibility and marginalize the person who is the target. It often has no basis in reality. I know - it happened to me as an elected official. It's got a name. It's a tactic. Recognize it when you see it, and push back.
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Busy day ahead in Springfield! We’re continuing the fight to ban assault weapons and protect reproductive freedom in Illinois. Coffee helps…
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Unacceptable
@Walgreens
. Say no to companies that say no to women seeking reproductive healthcare. Moving my prescriptions...join me?
#twill
@RepKellyCassidy
@staterepmoeller
BREAKING: Walgreens confirmed to
@politico
that they will not dispense abortion pills in several states where they remain legal. The decision follows pressure and threats of legal action from GOP AGs and anti-abortion groups.
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1/2 And...finally, a comprehensive clean energy bill passes the Illinois House! Wow! So grateful to partner with colleagues, environmental advocates, community activists, youth leaders and all who worked together to finally pass a climate-centric energy bill in Illinois.
#twill
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This is not an episode of The Handmaid’s Tale, it’s real life now for women and girls in Idaho. And it’s why I’m working with SOS
@Giannoulias
to pass a bill which limits IL ALPR data from being shared with states like Idaho that prosecute citizens for seeking healthcare.
#twill
BREAKING: Idaho governor quietly signed the abortion trafficking bill into law tonight. It's the first law to restrict interstate travel for abortion care since Roe fell.
The law goes into effect 30 days from today.
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Today I was sworn in to my 6th term as an Illinois State Representative. I couldn't be more honored to represent the 11th District, and am so very grateful for those who have supported me along with way.
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Will the ring light help hide my lack of sleep?! Prepping for my 9:10am appearance on WGNTV’s Political report to discuss my bid to become the first woman Speaker of the Illinois House.
#twill
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On Friday, Governor Pritzker signed a law which requires Illinois schools to teach LBGTQ history as part of their curriculum. As a co-sponsor of this legislation, I am happy to see it signed.
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What are we pushing for in a comprehensive energy package?
✅strong decarbonization goals
✅equitable jobs & business opportunity in underserved communities
✅renewable energy
✅ramp up of beneficial electrification
✅strong utility ethics and accountability measures
#twill
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On April 23,
#NetNeutrality
will end as we know it due to the rule change by the FCC. That’s why I’m fighting to ensure a free and open internet here in Illinois.
#HB4819
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Protecting the most vulnerable in Illinois by repealing the dangerous PNA and passing the Youth Health and Safety Act.
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The Handmaids have been watching over the Illinois House every day until the Reproductive Health Act is called for a vote. Today's day of action will include the largest Handmaid protest in our state's history. We can’t go back in time, we must
#PasstheRHA
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Wow...at the
@GovPritzker
daily briefing, Dr. Ngozi Ezike of the Illinois Dep. of Public Health just presented her remarks in English, and then Spanish... thank you Governor - you’ve clearly brought the A Team!
#twill
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With 66 votes the legalization of adult use recreational cannabis just passed the House and is headed to the Governor’s desk. (1/3)
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I will do whatever I can to assist
@AldMattMartin
and city officials in ensuring the safety of pedestrians so that no other family has to face this devastation. I am heartbroken for the family and friends of this man, who was active in our community and a friend to many. (2)
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After the devastating overturn of Roe last summer, the IL House Reproductive Justice & Dobbs Decision Working Group was formed to expand abortion access and care. Tonight we passed the Patient and Provider Protection Act, affirming the right to choose.
#twill
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I will continue to push for strong and independent women to lead – not just in the Illinois House, but at all levels of government.
#twill
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Dear People of the State of Illinois:
@IndivisibleChi
has our backs! Just passed SB2273 out of the House, thanks to the amazing work of
@IndivisibleChi
#endcrosscheck
team...great partners and advocates for the integrity of the ballot and the security of our voter data.
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I am excited to announce that I am joining Leaders for Climate Accountability, a nationwide coalition of clean energy advocates. Our community stands firm in advancing equitable solutions to climate change. (1/3)
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Been seeing a couple of media outlets reporting that today is the last day to register to vote in Illinois. THIS IS NOT THE CASE.
THREAD (1/4)
#twill
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Today activists and organizers gathered on the Capitol steps to make one thing clear: the time to pass clean energy legislation in IL is NOW.
We have an unprecedented chance to put communities, consumers & climate first. Our environment can’t wait.
#twill
#cleanenergy
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.
@IndivisibleChi
and
@endcrosscheck
in Springfield today for legislation to end Illinois’ participation in Crosscheck. The bill passed the Executive Committee and is going to the Senate floor tomorrow.
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The IL House failed to pass remote voting, which would allow us to conduct business in the event we are unable to meet safely, such as in a pandemic. We all hope the unfathomable won't happen, but shouldn't we be prepared just in case? And, hasn't it already?
#twill
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Today I introduced a bill to allow the Illinois legislature to meet and conduct business remotely in the event of an emergency such as the pandemic.
#twill
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It's time for communities to drive the energy conversation. It's time to put people first. It's time to
#PassCEJA
now.
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Thank you
@GovPritzker
for your leadership and commitment to fight climate change and address clean energy this session! I look forward to working with you to make it happen.
#CleanEnergyJobsAct
#twill
BREAKING:
@GovPritzker
announces that community-driven climate legislation is a priority in 2020.
#CEJA
is supported by people across Illinois who spent years hosting community conversations to help draft this bill. We're excited to work with the Governor to pass
#CEJA
!
#twill
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Thank you to
@MomsDemand
and everyone at the Capitol today advocating on behalf of SB 1966 to
#FixTheFOID
I stand with you in calling on my colleagues to pass this bill and close dangerous loopholes in our existing gun licensing system
#twill
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I believe he is referring to all the young people wearing green I’ve seen hitting the bars in the neighborhood...the party can wait, my friends....
#twill
*** UPDATED x1 - 18 new cases, now in 8 counties *** Pritzker: “If you are young and healthy, listen up. We need you to follow social distancing guidelines, too.”
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Along with many of the business owners I have spoken to, I support a mandatory vaccination requirement as implemented in several cities to slow down infections. But...how is a weekly negative test helpful in light of the incredibly infectious Omicron variant?!
BREAKING: Sources tell me
@chicagosmayor
will announce mandatory proof of vaccination OR negative test in last 7 days for workers and patrons of all indoor activities, like restaurant, gym, etc - beginning right after the New Year.
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Yes -
@GovPritzker
and his stellar team truly led on this issue - prioritizing decarbonization from the beginning and ensuring we passed a strong climate bill, not just a utility bill. Thank you Governor for your leadership and commitment to Illinois' clean energy future!
#twill
@GovPritzker
He did more than sign this bill into law today.
@GovPritzker
& his team stood w/ us against fossil fuel interests who sought to ransack our climate & pollute indefinitely. Thank you for standing up for climate, workers & environmental justice communities, Governor!
#FossilFreeIL
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Democratic women of the House are in the Senate in support of the RHA...we’re going to make history in Illinois tonight as we establish an affirmative right to reproductive health care, including the right to safe and legal abortion.
#passtheRHA
#wewontgoback
#twill
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With the end of legislative session drawing near, my colleagues & I are hard at work to win clean energy legislation for IL. This morning, we sent a letter to Speaker Welch and Senate President Harmon affirming that the future of clean, dependable energy must prioritize (1/3)
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Excited to chair the Energy and Environment committee this session! This will be an important committee for bringing together advocates and stakeholders to protect our environment while growing our economy.
#twill
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Starting my Saturday with another round of clean energy discussions - only a few days left to "land the plane." Thank you to everyone on the
@ILCleanJobs
team for working day and night to ensure we get a strong community and climate driven package across the finish line!
#twill
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Stunning and incredibly disturbing to read about the callous dismissal of a rape and its coverup. Anyone involved must be held accountable and an investigation should be conducted immediately. No one is above the law.
A powerful former Springfield lobbyist and close friend of House Speaker Michael Madigan once sought leniency for a state worker in a disciplinary case by arguing that the worker “kept his mouth shut” about an unspecified rape downstate.
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This morning on WGNTV's "Political Report" at 9am, I'll be discussing my bid to become the first woman Speaker of the Illinois House. I am excited to talk about my vision for the future of the House.
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ICYMI: Rep. Ann Williams on the Illinois House passing a comprehensive energy bill: ‘It is designed to make real steps towards mitigating climate damage in Illinois’ | WGN Radio 720 - Chicago's Very Own
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Let’s get this done!
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Just passed SB2273 out of committee! One step closer to getting Illinois out of the insecure Interstate Crosscheck System managed by Kris Kobach.
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If he isn’t prepared to answer this basic question, he isn’t prepared to lead Illinois. Thank you
@GovPritzker
for your unwavering leadership to ensure access to safe and legal abortion in Illinois.
MUST WATCH |
#ILGOV
Republican candidate Richard Irvin freezes when asked specifics about his stance on abortion, then abruptly tries to end the interview by saying “I think we’re done”
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The time is now. The opportunity is here. We must pass a comprehensive clean energy bill this month that addresses climate change. We must use this opportunity to make an impact on the future of our planet. I support a
#FossilFreeFuture
!
#twill
#CEJACantWait
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Preparing to enter the Supreme Court chambers this morning to be sworn in to the highest court in the nation - and to hear the arguments on a landmark set of cases to decide whether LGBTQ individuals can be fired from their jobs simply for being who they are.
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The Illinois House just passed the Personal and Provider Protection Act to ensure that as more states move to restrict and/or ban access to reproductive healthcare and gender-affirming care, Illinois remains a safe place for people accessing these critical services.
#PassPAPPANow
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A glimpse behind the scenes…. tune in to
@wttw
’s Chicago Tonight this evening at 7pm. I will be discussing clean energy legislation and other items of interest as we head into tomorrow’s special legislative session.
#twill
#cleanenergy
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Illinois just earned its ninth credit rating upgrade, putting all three of our agencies in the A's.
This is what happens when we pass fiscally-responsible, balanced budgets, when we pay our bills on time and when we make smart, long-term investments that protect Illinoisans.
It's been a long time coming, but Illinois has now earned our NINTH credit rating upgrade.
Our state is back in the A's with all three agencies now — a complete turnaround from the past administration's fiscal failures.
And it means saving Illinoisans millions of dollars.
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When I first read The Handmaid's Tale in college, I remember someone saying that everything in the book was modeled after things that had happened in history. It was an eerie thought. But...I never would have imagined it would foretell our future.
With an eye on the Supreme Court's decision about abortion rights, she points out that not only are they on the line, but birth control and gay marriage are also at risk, adding that rules to further oppress women 'almost knows no end'
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Thank you
@chicagosmayor
for allowing bars and brewery taprooms to "cautiously reopen" for outdoor on-premise consumption with strict guidelines; this will enable our neighborhood small businesses to better weather the storm.
@dovetailbrewery
@BegyleBrewing
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I’m in Politico this morning talking about the historic passage of our clean energy bill...
“[The bill] isn’t just about climate. It’s about providing equity and opportunity to communities around the state.”
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Stopped by the offices of ACLU Illinois w/ my colleague
@RepKellyCassidy
to thank the staff for their work and to contribute to the cause!
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Will all these people arriving at O'Hare and packed together now self-quarantine themselves for 14 days?!? How can this be allowed to happen in the midst of a global pandemic?
@GovPritzker
#twill
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UPDATE/ELECTIONS OMNIBUS BILL/VOTE BY MAIL: Today, after 3 hours of sometimes heated debate, the Illinois House passed a comprehensive elections and ballot access package.
#twill
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Reminder: Masks are required in Illinois, indoors AND outdoors when you can't maintain social distance. Yes, that means everyone who has been congregating in the parks! We want to ensure we can continue to enjoy summer - one of the the benefits of lower COVID numbers.
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Legislators who fought hard to protect abortion in Georgia, Missouri, and Alabama are joining us in Springfield today. We need to keep the pressure up to
#passtheRHA
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I'm proud to announce my lifetime
@ilenviro
Environmental Champion designation with a 100% score! As the chief sponsor of CEJA, my voting record reflects where I stand on tackling climate change; fighting for clean air & water; & protecting open spaces.
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I know that many members of the Energy and Environment committee agree with the Governor that any clean energy package must put communities, consumers, and climate first. We share the urgency and are committed to developing a comprehensive energy package to be passed this spring.
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When you can’t tell the difference between the Handmaid’s Tale and real life….terrifying.
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Missouri, Rep. Mary Elizabeth Coleman proposes abortion law to stop women from accessing abortions out of state - The Washington Post
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Today, I and other pro-choice legislators across Illinois signed on to an amicus brief for the upcoming Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. We urged the Supreme Court to protect a woman's right to choose and to guarantee her constitutional rights. (1/2)
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We just passed SB2039- an important bipartisan step towards funding critical services such as domestic violence shelters, LIHEAP, and more
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“We’re talking about weapons that belong on the battlefield, not on our streets.” Speaker
@RepChrisWelch
testifying in support of assault weapons ban.
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Not sure why didn’t we mandate vaccines for attendance at Lolla. Or, at least only allow the unvaccinated if they received a vaccine on site before entry. A wasted opportunity, it seems.
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Motion made to remove member of the Illinois House who refused to comply with the House rules re) mask wearing.
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Though not high profile, I passed a very important bill out of the Judiciary Civil committee today to allow a married person to modify their marriage certificate to non-gendered language (i.e. spouse) or to change gendered language (bride or groom).
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