League members traveled to Springfield from all across the state to talk with their legislators and advocate in support of bills that promote economic and educational equity and protection of the environment.
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Over the last few months, the League spoke out on environmental protection, mental health, gun violence prevention, and more.
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Learn how Illinois can rise to the challenge of meeting the basic needs of a growing low-income population while also ensuring the safety and well-being of new arrivals by leveraging fiscal policy.
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Last month, the League spoke out on environmental protection, criminal justice, and government transparency, and more.
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Last month, the League spoke out on immigration, fair housing, criminal justice, and more.
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Last month, the League spoke out on affordable housing, the US Census, and more.
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Representing 3600 members across the state, the League teams up with other organizations so that all of our voices are amplified. Here’s what we signed onto last month.
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Join the LWV of Illinois online on Monday, April 24 to lobby for issues you believe in. Whether you have five minutes or two hours, you can take part!
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Issues Briefing is our annual look at current issues through an Illinois lens. Recordings from the February 2023 event are now available.
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The 103rd Illinois General Assembly’s first session is underway and thousands of bills have been put forth in both the House and Senate. Make sure your legislators know what you want!
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Important legislation supported by the League was passed by both Chambers during a spring session shortened by more than 1 ½ months because of the June 28 Primary Election.
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Ask your state senator to vote YES in support of HB2775 so that a renter's source of income cannot be used as grounds to deny them a lease.
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