✒️📜 Legislative Updates: My bills were signed into law!
Dear Neighbor,
I have some legislative updates to share with you!
Last week, Governor Pritzker signed five of my bills into law. Read on to learn about each piece of legislation:
HB1628: Tracks data on civil forfeiture to understand when police are seizing property
HB2546: Improves the process for youthful offenders to be eligible for parole
HB3616: Collects data on which communities in Illinois lack affordable housing for middle-class families
SB0019: Enhances the Prisoner Review Board's transparency and member qualifications and expands protections for victims of crime
SB1859: Creates the Climate Displacement Task Force Act to develop recommendations for supporting those displaced by climate change
Also, I wanted to share some news about capital projects for fiscal year 2026. This year I worked with my colleagues in Springfield to secure over $2 million in infrastructure funding for our community. These investments will support schools, parks, and community organizations that provide vital services in our area. We’re proud to support these amazing institutions, and we’ll continue to work on the infrastructure needs of the 39th District in years to come.
If you have any questions about these or any other bills, please let me know. I’ll be sure to keep you updated as further legislative action unfolds in Springfield during the upcoming fall veto session.
All my best,
Will
Coffee and Conversation
Join 35th Ward Alderman Anthony Quezada and me for coffee and a chance to discuss issues that are facing our communities. We’ll be at Sip of Hope Coffee, 3039 W Fullerton, on Saturday September 6 from 10am to 12pm. See you then!
30th Ward Safe Cycling Day
Join Alderwoman Cruz on Saturday, August 30 from 9am to 12pm at Lorca Elementary, 3231 N Springfield for a family friendly day of safe cycling activities for all ages! There will be a bike ride, free helmet fitting, arts and crafts, and a bike raffle.
Kilbourn Park Playhouse: From Broadway to Hollywood
For two nights, on Thursday, August 21 and Friday, August 22 at 7pm, Kilbourn Park Playhouse is hosting From Broadway to Hollywood, a live theatrical concert under the stars, highlighting memorable music from Broadway and Hollywood! Bring your lawn chairs and snacks to this free event at Kilbourn Park, 3501 N. Kilbourn Ave.