Rep. Lapointe and others celebrate the bi-state cooperation that makes the St. Louis metro area great with their annual softball […]
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Gov. Pritzker Signs HOME IL Bill Codifying Illinois Action On Homelessness Prevention
“This bill, and the permanency of the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness, is a marker in the sand,” said […]
Governor Signs LaPointe’s Legislation to Divest in Russia, Support Ukrainian Refugees
CHICAGO – A comprehensive response to the invasion of Ukraine from state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, will prohibit state investment […]
Four new Illinois laws could prevent opioid overdose deaths, make treatment easily available
“Treatment courts are a critical tool in our menu of options to provide alternatives to incarceration in a way that […]
Emissions testing sites returning to Chicago
“Chicago drivers should not have to deal with the hassles of driving out of the city for what is a […]
Illinois Democrats Deny Police-Aid Plan Was Introduced to Blunt Criticism of ‘Safe-T Act’
“We are all experiencing across the nation an uptick in violence,” said the mental health program’s sponsor, Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, […]
NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Gov. Signs HB 4797 Expanding Telehealth Services for Students
“Accessible and affordable mental health care, including ongoing therapy for Illinois residents and non-residents alike, must continue to be among […]
‘Too Young to Test’ bill passed by Illinois House
Thursday, the Illinois House passed HB5285, otherwise known as the Too Young to Test Act. The legislation was spearheaded by State […]
Gov. Pritzker: Applications open April 11 for homeowner assistance fund
“I implore homeowners behind on their mortgage to take the necessary steps to ensure they are eligible to apply for […]
Villivalam, LaPointe to host Afghan refugee town hall Thursday
State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) and State Representative Lindsey LaPointe (D-Chicago) are partnering with other elected officials and immigrant and […]
