Five important bills that will increase protections for immigrants in Illinois are being considered by the Illinois General Assembly during Veto Session. Call your state senator and representative TODAY and ask them to pass this legislation!
Read MoreThe federal government has been partially shut down since October 1st as Congress has failed to agree on an annual budget. The shutdown has imminent consequences for the health and well-being of millions of Americans whose paychecks are being withheld, and food access is being threatened.
Read MoreTell your state senator to pass SB2418, which will raise the age for juvenile detention from 10 to 13 and establish a task force to address the systemic issues in juvenile detention.
Read MoreThere is a new attempt to require burdensome documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. This is an all hands on deck moment—we need your help to stop it.
Read MoreThis year, due to the federal government’s passage of HR1 (aka: The One Big Beautiful Bill), the state will experience unprecedented shortfalls in funding for essential services that residents depend on.
Read MoreThe League of Women Voters is a sponsor of the upcoming NO KINGS 2 protests on October 18. We're rallying to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services. Join us!
Read MoreEvery day, the freedom to vote is under attack. Since the 2013 Supreme Court decision in Shelby County v. Holder gutted the Voting Rights Act (VRA), at least 31 states have enacted 114 voting laws that make it harder to vote.
Read MoreIt’s time for Illinois to fund public defenders across the state! Ask your state senator to support the FAIR Act.
Read MoreAsk your state senator to vote YES on SB2264, which bans deeply problematic local ordinances that can force tenants out of their homes because of 911 calls or other alleged “nuisance” activity, even without evidence, charges, arrests, or convictions.
Read MoreCongress is currently considering a budget package that would slash Medicaid funding, putting millions of Americans at risk of losing access to health care.
Read MorePublic schools that serve all kids are under attack from all sides right now—including the looming threat of Congress creating a $100 billion taxpayer-funded private-school voucher program. Join us for a virtual phone bank!
Read MoreAmericans do not need MORE obstacles to vote. The SAVE Act would create one more barrier to the voting process, as many eligible voters do not have easy access to the necessary documents. Tell your senators to oppose the SAVE Act.
Read MoreAsk your state House representative to vote YES on HB3247, which protects access to public education for all children in Illinois, regardless of immigration status.
Read MoreIt’s time for Illinois to fund public defenders across the state! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting the FAIR Act.
Read MoreJoin the League in peaceful protest on March 4 as communities across Illinois come together in reflection, action, and solidarity during the president’s address to Congress.
Read MoreJust over one month into the current Administration, the President has issued a series of executive orders and directed actions that violate the law and Congress’ power. Congress must act now to restore the stability of our nation before it’s too late.
Read MoreAmericans do not need MORE obstacles to vote. The SAVE Act would create one more barrier to the voting process, as many eligible voters do not have easy access to the necessary documents. Tell your members of Congress to oppose the SAVE Act.
Read More101 years ago, the Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced in the US Congress. 101 years is long enough! LWVIL members traveled to join a rally in Washington DC calling for President Biden to publish the ERA.
Read MoreThe League of Women Voters of Illinois is sponsoring a bus to Washington DC so we can show support at a rally for the Equal Rights Amendment—sign up join us on the road!
Read MoreIn the United States, women are still not guaranteed equal rights. With just months left in office, we are urging President Biden to act to ensure that the Equal Rights Amendment is published.
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