Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus releases statement on Cesar Chavez allegations
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement in response to the recent allegations of sexual assault and abuse involving the late Cesar Chavez:
“We are deeply disturbed by the allegations of sexual assault and abuse against Cesar Chavez, as brought forward by Dolores Huerta, Debra Rojas and Ana Murguia. The accounts described are appalling. The patterns of coercion and manipulation used against women and girls over many years are unacceptable and deeply troubling. Dismantling this culture of abuse against women is exactly the work we are committed to doing every day. Our message is clear: there is no place in this movement for the abuse, exploitation, or coercion of power.
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Sims applauds record-breaking investments made by film industry in Illinois
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CHICAGO – State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. announced film production expenditures in Illinois reached a record-breaking high of $703 million in 2025, thanks to expanded incentives and workforce investments. This effort, which supported an estimated 18,000 in industry hires for the year, represents a 25% increase in film expenditures since 2019.
“The success of the Illinois film sector is a testament to the importance of strategic investments in the state's creative industries,” said Sims (D-Chicago). “This most recent expansion of the Illinois Film Production Tax Credit will increase job opportunities while bolstering our local economy throughout the state.”
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Villanueva moves to establish LGBTQ+ bill of rights for long-term care residents
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Celina Villanueva is advancing legislation to ensure LGBTQ+ older adults and individuals living with HIV are treated with dignity and respect in long-term care settings.
“No one should have to hide who they are or fear discrimination when receiving care,” Villanueva (D-Chicago) said. “This legislation ensures LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV can age with dignity, respect and equal treatment in long-term care settings.”
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Johnson works to expand access to life-saving asthma medication at Illinois schools
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Adriane Johnson is advancing legislation to ensure students experiencing asthma attacks can access life-saving medication wherever school activities take place.
“Students should be able to participate in sports and school activities without worrying that life-saving medication is too far away when they need it,” Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove) said. “This measure helps ensure asthma medication is available where students are most likely to experience symptoms so schools can respond quickly in an emergency.”
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