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State Rep. Maurice West II introduces resolution for student mental health

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Dec 30, 2019 at 5:06 PM Dec 30, 2019 at 5:06 PM

ROCKFORD — State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, has introduced a resolution calling on Illinois schools to provide education to all students in grades 6-12 on how to identify, understand and respond to signs of addiction and mental illness.

West’s House Joint Resolution 95 outlines the prevalence of bullying, mental health disorders and substance use in schools and the fact that suicide is a leading cause of death among individuals ages 10-34.

For information: staterepwest.com.

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December 30, 2019 at 05:18PM

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Chat with state Rep. Edly-Allen Tuesday in Mundelein

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State Rep. Mary Edly-Allen will chat with interested constituents Tuesday morning at Tina G’s restaurant, 10 E. Park St. in Mundelein.

Edly-Allen, a Libertyville Democrat who represents the 51st District, will be available from 10 to 11 a.m.

Anyone can attend.

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November 1, 2019 at 11:03AM

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Yingling to host seminar on health insurance

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ROUND LAKE BEACH – With the insurance marketplace open enrollment period starting Nov. 1,�state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is welcoming the Illinois Department of Insurance to present a Get Covered seminar to provide valuable information on how to enroll for health care coverage. The seminar will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Round Lake Park District Building, 814 Hart Road in Round Lake.

For information, call Yingling’s District Office at 847-231-6262 or email�repsamyingling@gmail.com.

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October 29, 2019 at 10:43PM

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Bristow Serves as Principal for the Day at Alton Middle School

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ALTON – State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, visited Alton Middle School on Monday to learn about the innovative ways they are working to educate students as part of the Principal for a Day program.

“I was impressed by the faculty and staff’s teamwork and dedication to creating a positive learning environment to encourage personal growth,” said Bristow. “Everyone in Alton Middle School, including administrators, teachers, aides, secretaries, and other staff all play a vital role in ensuring students receive the best education possible.”

Bristow visited Alton Middle School as part of the Principal for a Day Program with the Illinois Principals Association and was able to meet with a group of students involved in various activities including theater, sports, orchestra, and many other clubs. Bristow was also able to take a close look at classes designed to prepare students planning to attend college by teaching them goal setting and note-taking skills and was also able to observe robotics classes where students learn about mechanics and programming.

During the legislative session, Bristow supported several measures to assist rural schools attract highly skilled teachers and championed local schools by securing more than $3 million in new state funding for schools in her district.

“I want to thank the students, teachers, administrators, and staff of Alton Middle School for welcoming me to their school and showing me all of the amazing things happening in education here in Alton,” said Bristow. “I also want to thank all of the teachers and educators across the Riverbend for their tireless efforts to ensure the current and future success of our children.”

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October 25, 2019 at 09:37AM

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Reitz awards Gilbault Catholic High School for athletic achievements

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“Sports can play a huge roll in these students’ life and development, team sports build the values of hard work and cooperation, and help kids grow into better adults. I’m proud that we have such successful young athletes in Southern Illinois who have a bright future ahead of them. These signs are in recognition of their accomplishments, and of that future.”

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October 23, 2019 at 08:26PM

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Reitz awards Gilbault Catholic High School for athletic achievements

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“Sports can play a huge roll in these students’ life and development, team sports build the values of hard work and cooperation, and help kids grow into better adults. I’m proud that we have such successful young athletes in Southern Illinois who have a bright future ahead of them. These signs are in recognition of their accomplishments, and of that future.”

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October 23, 2019 at 08:26PM

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Legislation cracking down on prescription price hikes now Law

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State Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, supported a crack down on health care cost increases, a new law lowering prescription drug prices and reining in pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

“Everyone in our community deserves affordable health care, and too often, big pharmaceutical companies stand in the way of that,” Connor said. “Whether it’s by enforcing huge price hikes or concealing inexpensive generic prescription alternatives, they prioritize maximizing profits over keeping people healthy. This law is about combatting those unfair practices and ensuring Illinoisans have the care they need.”

Connor helped pass House Bill 465, which will curb skyrocketing prescription drug prices by creating comprehensive regulations for PBMs including requirements that they inform customers of cheaper prescription alternatives, comply with oversight from the Department of Insurance and pay fines of up to $50,000 for violating the Illinois Administrative Code in their bookkeeping procedures. The bill also protects the rights of patients in the emergency room by prohibiting any insurer from denying coverage until the patient is considered stable. Combined, these measures should help substantially lower the cost of health care in Illinois. The legislation received bipartisan support and is now law.

As the middlemen between drug manufacturers and pharmacies, PBMs set drug prices on behalf of insurance companies. Until now, they have operated with virtually no oversight even though they manage public money through Medicaid, as well as managing prescription programs for private insurance and self-insured plans.

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October 21, 2019 at 03:31PM

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Rep. West visits Constance Lane Elementary School

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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) Constance Lane Elementary School opened in September of this year. It is fully equipped with new learning tools. Today, students showed west around the building and chatted with him one-on-one. West hopes this is the first of many updated schools in Rockford.

"Also, I wanted the students to see someone who grew up in the Rockford school system who is now a State Representative. To tell them that they can do the same thing. I am looking forward to them doing the same thing or even better than I’m doing now."

Lane elementary is named after Constance Renick Lane, the district’s first black teacher who served as an educator for more than 30 years.

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October 16, 2019 at 07:24PM

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Oswego SD308 Supt, Other Education Officials Will Join in Education Roundtable Thursday

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An area representative will hold a roundtable discussion on education on Thursday.

Democratic State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit of Oswego will host the event on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at the Aurora Public Library – Eola Road Branch on S. Eola Road in Aurora.

Kifowit will be joined by a panel of Aurora area school officials, including Dr. John Sparlin, superintendent of Oswego SD308, Dr. Jennifer Norrell, superintendent of East Aurora School District 131, Michael Raczak, Indian Prairie School District 204 Board president, and a representative from the Illinois State Board of Education.

The panel will provide updates about the school districts and give attendees the opportunity to ask questions. The event is free and open to the public.

State Rep. Kifowit says the event is, " a great opportunity to receive an update about how our schools are doing and what they have planned going forward."

For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Kifowit’s constituent service office at 630-585-1308 or RSVP@ILDistrict84.com.

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October 15, 2019 at 09:41PM

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