newsletter2020

Dear Neighbors: Thank you for your patience, your resilience, and your bravery in the face of this pandemic. As I have spoken to people across our district, I am inspired…

Dear Neighbors: This week, I will return to Springfield when the legislative session reconvenes on May 20. This will be my first time back since the pandemic started, and while…

Dear Neighbor: The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) has launched its new portal for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistant program and is accepting applications. The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is…

Dear Neighbor: Let’s celebrate our kids – this newsletter is dedicated to the amazing can-do spirit of our students who are leading the way and showing us all what it…

Dear Neighbor: As we continue to work together to safeguard our physical health, it is equally important to tend to our mental well-being. Our world has been turned upside down…

Dear Neighbor: How are you today? During these extraordinary times, this otherwise familiar greeting has taken on a new significance, and I want to reassure you that we are here…

Dear Neighbor: These are challenging times for everyone, but for the most vulnerable in our communities, the stress of food and economic insecurity is especially tough. Our office is working…

Dear Neighbor:   How are you? I hope you and your loved ones are safe, healthy and managing to adjust to these challenging times. We will get through this, and…