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Aquino advances measure to ban ‘junk’ fees in Illinois
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Omar Aquino is advancing legislation to address ‘junk’ fees as a part of a broader effort to ease the financial burden on Illinois families amid the national affordability crisis.
“Junk fees are a deceptive practice that quietly drain thousands of dollars from Illinois families each year,” said Aquino (D-Chicago). “Requiring businesses to disclose the full price of a good or service upfront isn’t unreasonable – it is a basic standard for transparency and honesty that consumers in Illinois deserve.”
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Aquino advances measure strengthening workers’ rights
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Omar Aquino advanced a measure to bolster protections for Illinois workers and strengthen the state’s ability to hold bad actors accountable.
“At a time when the federal government has rolled back worker protections, Illinois must step in to address the prevalent violations of workers’ rights in our state,” said Aquino (D-Chicago). “When workers’ rights are undermined, that means people have less money in their pockets and face employment instability, which families cannot afford.”
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Aquino, Canty introduce WISER Act to strengthen workforce transparency
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SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Omar Aquino, alongside State Representative Mary Beth Canty, introduced the Workforce Investment and Sustainable Employment Reporting Act to increase transparency in workforce investment practices of companies doing business in Illinois.
“Our workforce drives innovation and long-term economic growth, yet limited data is available on the core strategies companies use to invest in their employees,” said Aquino (D-Chicago). “By integrating existing reporting requirements into a comprehensive disclosure system, the WISER Act delivers actionable information investors can utilize to make socially responsible investments and mitigate risk while minimizing unnecessary reporting burdens on businesses.”
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Aquino: Illinois families deserve transparency and relief
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SPRINGFIELD – Following the governor’s budget address for Fiscal Year 2027, State Senator Omar Aquino (D-Chicago) released the following statement:
“The governor’s proposed budget lays a responsible foundation for Illinois to continue prioritizing the essential services working families need most. At the same time, it reflects the fiscal challenges our state faces amid ongoing federal uncertainty and financial pressures.
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Welcome
My staff and I are here to serve you. Please let us know if there is anything you need and we will work to the fullest extent of the abilities of this office. We are dedicated to helping our community and appreciate being a part of it.
As your State Senator, I will fight hard every day in Springfield to defend our shared values and do what is best for our community, our great state of Illinois, and every person in it.
Serving as your State Senator is the highest honor.
Sincerely,
Omar Aquino
Contact Info
Springfield Office:
325 D Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5652
District Office:
4053 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
(773) 292-0202
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