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I had the privilege of passing HB 5288 and HB 4321 out of the House this week.
As Vice-Chair of the Police & Fire Committee and a firefighter for nearly 20 years, I understand the importance of helping those who have sacrificed in the name of protecting their community.These bills will play a part in our state’s ongoing efforts to support our first responders. House Bill 4321 expands eligibility for disability benefits for those who became disabled from a COVID-19 infection while in the line of duty. Currently, only Chicago has a law guaranteeing this. This bill would provide this guarantee to every first responder in Illinois.
House Bill 5288 introduces specialty vehicle plates that will fund grants to the 100 Club of Illinois, a non-profit charity that provides support to the families of first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty.I secured unanimous support for both bills on the House floor. They now move to the Senate. First responders and their families need to know we have their backs. We need to doeverything we can to pay first responders back for the work they’ve done to keep us safe. These bills will help first responders who have been harmed in the line of duty and their families receive the support they need.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding any legislation or constituent service issues please contact my constituent service office at 773-736-0218 or District@repkelly.com.
Sincerely,
Mike Kelly
State Representative | 15th District
 
100 Club of Illinois Valor Awards in Springfield.
Hope you were able to witness the monumental eclipse! You can drop off your glasses at our office through April 30th to be recycled! We will be dropping them off to EcoShip they will also be collecting glasses at their locations around the city through the end of April!
Construction has started for inbound I-94 ramps to and from Wilson Avenue, as well as the outbound I-94 entrance ramp from Wilson Avenue. These ramps will be closed and detoured for the Kennedy Bridge Rehabilitation Project. Wilson Avenue will remain open with lanes reduced to 9 feet to accommodate construction on the bridge. Project completion is anticipated for fall 2024. To see more information about the project, visit IDOT.
THANK YOU to all who participated in our American Red Cross Blood Drive. Each donation made a difference and hopefully saved a life!
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