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Monday, March 9, 2020
In Response to Coronavirus Gov. Pritzker Declares State of Emergency

Building on the state’s robust and coordinated response to COVID-19, Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation today to unlock additional federal resources and help the state prepare for the…


Thursday, March 5, 2020
Rep. Stephens’ legislation calling for measurable improvement in “Fly Quiet” compliance passes committee

Springfield… In an effort to reduce noise in the communities surrounding O’Hare International Airport, State Representative Brad Stephens (R–Rosemont) unanimously passed House Joint Resolution 109 out of committee to call…


Monday, February 24, 2020
Sign the Petition! Urge Governor Pritzker to not hold school funding hostage to his tax hike

In his annual budget address this year, Governor J.B. Pritzker proposed withholding $150 million of state funds for local K-12 schools unless voters approve his income tax hike in the November elections….


Monday, February 24, 2020
Rep. Stephens introduces legislation to help those suffering from diabetes

Springfield…In an effort to increase access to healthcare for Illinois’ most vulnerable, State Representative Brad Stephens (R–Chicago) has introduced legislation to place a cap of $100/month on all the costs…


Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Rep. Stephens Responds to Governor Pritzker’s Annual Budget Address

Chicago…Today State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Chicago) released the following statement in response to the Governor’s annual Budget Address: “I am skeptical of the budgetary framework laid out by the Governor…


Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Tax relief program helps senior citizens struggling to pay Cook County property taxes

A program administered by the Cook County Treasurer’s Office assists senior citizens who are hard-pressed to pay their property taxes. Seniors whose annual household income is $55,000 or less can…


Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Rep. Stephens Initiative to Eliminate the Need to Reapply for Senior Homestead Exemption Signed into Law

Chicago…State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Chicago) co-sponsored initiative to make the reapplication for the Senior Homestead Exemption automatic was signed into law by the Governor today. “Mandating that seniors reapply for…


Tuesday, December 17, 2019
New Laws Take Effect on January 1, 2020

A wide range of new state laws take effect on January 1, 2020. Here is what you need to know – HB 38:Enhances criminal penalties for violence committed in a…


Tuesday, December 3, 2019
State Rep. Brad Stephens Co-Sponsors ‘Sweepstakes’ Machine Ban

Chicago…In response to recent news stories uncovering alleged corruption relating to the sweepstakes machine industry, State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) has co-sponsored legislation to ban them under Illinois’ video gaming…


Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Rep. Stephens Hosting Special Evening for First Responders and Their Families

Chicago, IL…. State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) is honored to invite first responders and their families to a unique event free of charge; the First Responders Story Showcase. The showcase…