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Gillespie moves to strengthen housing rights for immigrants

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Thursday, March 30, 2023 06:26 PM

Senate Ann Gillespie speaks into a microphone on the Senate floor.

SPRINGFIELD – To further prevent discrimination while looking for a place to live, State Senator Ann Gillespie passed legislation out of the Senate on Thursday that prohibits the consideration of immigration status during a real estate transaction.

“Those looking to rent or purchase property in Illinois should not be treated differently because of their immigration status,” said Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights). “Putting these protections in place will promote fairness to ensure people are not unjustly denied housing.”

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Gillespie passes expanded coverage for prosthetic and orthotic devices

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023 03:56 PM

A doctor raises the leg of a person sitting in a wheelchair with an orthotic device over their knee.

SPRINGFIELD – People needing a prosthetic or orthotic device to perform certain physical activities may soon have an easier time obtaining the equipment they need, thanks to a measure led by State Senator Ann Gillespie.

“Proper prosthetic and orthotic devices can be life-changing,” said Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights). “It is unacceptable that a lack of insurance coverage and high out-of-pocket costs prevent people from getting the devices they need to be physically active.”

Current law requires accident and health insurance plans to cover prosthetic and orthotic devices when they are deemed medically necessary. Senate Bill 2195, which passed the Illinois Senate on Wednesday, expands the definition of what is considered medically necessary to include physical activities like running, biking, swimming and weight lifting.

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Gillespie leads effort to guarantee legal counsel for foster youth

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Friday, March 24, 2023 01:22 PM

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SPRINGFIELD — Youth in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services often have several adults speaking on their behalf regarding what is in their best interest. To ensure youth have a say in their future and guaranteed legal representation, State Senator Ann Gillespie passed legislation out of the Senate on Friday.

“Youth in care are the experts when it comes to what they need; they should have a say in the decisions being made about their lives,” said Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights). “This legislation gives youth in care an attorney who will elevate their voice and advocate for their wishes.”

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Gillespie measure to increase planning for affordable housing passes Senate

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Thursday, March 23, 2023 03:21 PM

Senator Gillespie speaks while on the Senate floor.

SPRINGFIELD — Building on her commitment to creating long-term solutions for affordable housing shortages across the state, State Senator Ann Gillespie passed legislation in the Illinois Senate that will require more communities to have plans in place to meet the needs of low- to moderate-income families.

“A lack of access to affordable living spaces is a challenge we must continue to address,” said Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights). “There is more to be done to make sure families, including our most vulnerable, do not find themselves priced out of the area in which they reside.”

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  1. Gillespie advances legislation providing foster youth with legal counsel
  2. Gillespie responds to DHS plan to improve care at Choate
  3. $2.3 million coming to local park districts
  4. Gillespie: Budget proposal invests in youth, builds on fiscal responsibility

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401 S. Spring St.
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Springfield IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-4471

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171 W. Wing St., #202
Arlington Heights IL 60005
Phone: 847-749-1880

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