SNAP Changes Informational Seminar

On July 4, 2025, the federal government passed a new law that makes significant changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as Link in Illinois. Illinois and all other states are now required to implement the changes. Work reporting requirements take effect on February 1, 2026.

To learn about recent changes to the SNAP program and how those changes may affect you- join my office, State Representative Laura Faver Dias and the Northern Illinois Food Bank for a webinar on Thursday, January 29 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Reserve your spot today! Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/Jan29Webinar

Edly-Allen: We will not tolerate abuses of power

GRAYSLAKE – Following the announcement the state filed a lawsuit against the federal administration’s Department of Homeland Security over the unlawful and dangerous tactics used by Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Illinois, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake) released the following statement:

“I commend Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul for taking decisive and firm action to defend the people of Illinois and uphold the rule of law in the face of dangerous federal overreach by the Trump Administration.

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Edly-Allen law protects domestic violence survivors using workplace resources for documentation

SPRINGFIELD – In Illinois, 42% of women and 26% of men will face violence from an intimate partner. To ensure survivors are not further burdened at work, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen championed a new law to protect employees using workplace resources for documentation purposes.

“Survivors of domestic violence should not have to worry about workplace retaliation,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “Survivors should not be penalized for protecting themselves. This law can — and will — save lives.”

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Let it Be Us Foster Care & Adoption 101

In partnership with Let It Be Us and Senator Darby Hills, my office invites you to attend a free, informative Foster Care & Adoption 101 Seminar on Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Libertyville Civic Center, located at 135 W Church St. in Libertyville.

This seminar is designed to help individuals and families learn how they can make a meaningful difference for children in Illinois foster care. 

Attendees will hear from knowledgeable guest speakers about the various types of foster care available in Lake County and surrounding areas, such as, emergency, specialized, traditional and therapeutic foster care.

You will also learn what each pathway entails, what supports are available, and how Let It Be Us can guide you through your fostering or adoption journey.

Whether you are just beginning to explore fostering or adoption, or you are ready to take the next step, this session will give you the knowledge and support to get started. 

Learn more and register for the event here.