Despite the governor signing the Pretrial Fairness Act into law, the end of Illinois cash bail system did not go into effect on January 1, 2023 as planned. The constitutionality of the PFA was challenged by state’s attorney’s in 65 of Illinois’ 102 counties.
Read MoreThe League is closely watching this crucial election-related case, which will determine whether state legislatures have the power and authority to set their own rules for federal elections without any checks and balances from their state Supreme Courts.
Read MoreWhile many eyes are on the crowded, 11-person race for Chicago mayor, Chicago communities are also paying attention to elections for the newly-established Police District Councils in each of the city's 22 police districts.
Read MoreMembers of the 102nd Illinois General Assembly will meet during Lame Duck session from January 4–10. LWVIL will be paying particular attention to activity on gun violence prevention and reproductive healthcare.
Read MoreThe LWV of Illinois advocated for the passage of two bills in particular during Veto Session this fall—both passed!
Read MoreIllinois Consolidated election season has begun. Some Illinois communities will hold primaries or elections on February 28; for many others, Election Day is April 4.
Read MoreIt's time to ban assault weapons in Illinois! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting HB 5855 by Tuesday, December 20.
Read MoreIt's time to ban assault weapons in Illinois! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting HB 5855 by Monday, December 12.
Read MoreSupport legislation that the Illinois General Assembly (ILGA) is likely to take up during either the Veto or Lame Duck sessions—before newly elected legislators take office in January.
Read MoreIn Illinois, laws are proposed and voted on in the Illinois General Assembly. The session during which a bill is introduced affects the number of votes it needs to pass, and the calendar date on which a bill passes can determine when a law takes effect.
Read MoreThe Chicago Tribune recently published a Letter to the Editor by LWVIL President Allyson Haut.
Read MoreAmendment 1, sometimes referred to at the Worker’s Rights Amendment, is at the top of every Illinois ballot.
Read MoreThis election season, Illinois Leagues will host close to 50 forums around the state, many on Zoom and accessible to most people with internet access.
Read MoreIf you feel your right to vote is being challenged because you can't access the polling place, can't read your ballot, or you simply don't understand the instructions, contact the Election Protection Hotline.
Read MoreLWVIL Vice President Kathy Kenny joined Joan Esposito for her show on WCPT 820 radio to discuss the upcoming General Election. Check it out!
Read MoreGet the facts, combat misinformation! Learn about what implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act means for Illinois.
Read MoreLWVIL works on environmental protection issues throughout the year with a number of coalitions—together, we are making a difference for the Illinois environment.
Read MoreEvery year, the League celebrates Women's Equality Day on August 26, the day the 19th Amendment was added to the Constitution. This year it feels as though we have stepped back in time—to find ourselves only footsteps away from the beginning of the path we started on 102 years ago.
Read MoreThere's an opportunity for more people in Illinois to participate in democracy and their communities. Every registered voter in the state should receive an application to vote by mail. It will offer the option of voting by mail permanently.
Read MorePost-census redistricting resulted in major changes to legislative district maps in Illinois. For many voters, this means they will no longer vote in the district in which they have voted for the past decade.
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