Illinois Representative Kathleen Willis (d-77th)
Recent News About Illinois Representative Kathleen Willis (d-77th)
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Incumbent Kathleen Willis wins re-election bid, thanks voters
Democrat Kathleen Willis has won her re-election bid for District 77 beating Republican Anthony Airdo.
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Amid legal trouble, FBI investigation, Madigan receives $57,800 from Willis
House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago) hit up fellow lawmakers for contributions to cover his mounting legal costs and state Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Addison) came through to the tune of $57,800 earlier this month.
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Conroy, Fortner, Kifowit, Willis targeted by Americans for Prosperity over veto vote
The Illinois chapter of Americans for Prosperity is launching an accountability campaign targeting several state representatives, including state Reps. Deb Conroy (D-Villa Park), Mike Fortner (R-West Chicago), Stephanie Kifowit (D-Aurora) and Kathleen Willis (D-Addison) over their vote to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto on the recently passed budget.
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House Democrats from DuPage County receive personalized letters asking them to stand up on property tax freeze
DuPage County Democrats in the House Deb Conroy (D-Villa Park), Michelle Mussman (D-Schaumburg) and Kathleen Willis (D-Addison) recently received letters from the Illinois Republican Party, drawing their attention to the permanent property tax freeze they voted for in January and calling for action on property tax relief now.
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Willis promotes Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Sept. 26
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Dist. 77) wants residents to know about the 10th Annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.“I personally have been faced with the dilemma of figuring out what to do with old prescriptions.” Willis said.
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Willis cheers new law that bans charging sex-assault victims for medical care
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Dist. 77) praised a recently enacted law that ensures compliance with the federal Violence Against Women Act of 2013 and removes a barrier that may prevent sexual-assault survivors from going to the hospital after the crime.
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New law's pilot program aims to end snow days with online classrooms
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Dist. 77) co-sponsored a bill recently signed into law by Gov. Bruce Rauner that gives students participating in a new pilot program the ability to access the classroom from home.
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Willis backs one-month state-funding extension amid budget impasse
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Dist. 77) backed a measure late last week that aims to keep essential state services functioning for another month and ensure public-safety officials and state government employees continue to receive their salaries while budget negotiations continue.
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Willis leads petition drive for reduction in property taxes
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Addison) is leading a grassroots petition to collect signatures from residents who are seeking reductions in their Illinois property taxes.
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Willis hosts second annual Community Resource Fair in Melrose Park
State Rep. Kathleen Willis (D-Dist. 77) hosted the second annual Community Resource Fair on Saturday in the Melrose Park Village Hall gym. “Though I’m excited to see the community come out to attend this event, what’s more important is that residents learn about programs that are out there that can provide some assistance,” Willis said.
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Proposed bill would increase college loan debt awareness
Legislation would require high school curriculum to include lessons on student loan debt
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Willis supporting stronger protections against ID theft
State. Rep. Kathleen Willis (R-77th) has joined Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and House colleagues in sponsoring legislation to strengthen security requirements for websites and other storers of personal financial information.
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Applications being accepted for 2015 NEW Leadership Illinois
NEW Leadership Illinois is now accepting applications for its 2015 bipartisan program that aims to educate and empower future female leaders.