GRAYSLAKE – State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is encouraging individuals to apply for the fifth round of funding for the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The program provides training opportunities, expands the talent pipeline and boosts diversity in the construction industry and building trades.

This round of $25 million in funding will increase the representation of underrepresented groups in the construction trades – including people of color, veterans and women – and will fund up to 45 programs throughout the state including new grantees, serving nearly 2,000 residents.

GRAYSLAKE — State Senator Mary Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake) announced more than a dozen school districts across the district will receive over $5.17 million in additional funding to help address the financial challenges of recent years.

“As an educator, I remain committed to ensuring students in Lake County are given equal opportunities to succeed and have the proper resources to receive a high quality public education,” said Edly-Allen. “This funding will provide the financial aid needed to give students a safe and high quality learning environment.”

SPRINGFIELD – Domestic violence is a serious public health issue across the United States. 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 collaborated with State Representative Daniel Didech on House Bill 1278 which was signed into law Friday.

“Victims 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.”

SPRINGFIELD – Domestic violence survivors will have an easier time getting the assistance they need thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Mary Edly-Allen.

“The proposed waiver and critical assistance funding are essential tools for survivors today more than ever as we face challenges with federal funding . Now more than ever we need to continue to make resources readily known and accessible for our most vulnerable communities,” said Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake). “I was proud to partner with the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless and the Network Advocating Against Domestic Violence on this common-sense legislation that helps survivors and streamlines crisis assistance within the TANF application process.”