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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Alzheimer’s Association Week of Action

This week, advocates affected by dementia across my district and Illinois have joined the Alzheimer’s Association’s Week of Action to make their voices heard. I am proud to be a…


Tuesday, April 18, 2023
House is Back in Session Today at 1pm

The Illinois House of Representatives will return to business for the next five weeks. You may watch and listen live today (April 18) at 1 pm here: https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Monday, April 17, 2023
National Work Zone Awareness Week

In 2020, 857 people were killed and more than 44,000 were injured in work zone crashes. You can stay safe while traveling through work zones by following a few tips:…


Friday, April 14, 2023
Capitol Update

The Illinois General Assembly has been on a two week break from session in Springfield. I have kept my schedule busy by attending as many events and district meetings as…


Thursday, April 13, 2023
Distracted Driving Awareness Month

In 2021, distracted driving killed 3,522 people.  April, which is national Distracted Driving Awareness Month, is a good time to regroup and take responsibility for the choices we make when we’re on…


Friday, April 7, 2023
Applications are OPEN for $175M grant program for the creative arts, hotel & restaurant industries!

$175M in grants are available for restaurants, hotels & creative arts business through #ILB2B. Need help preparing to apply or determining eligibility? 100+ navigators across IL are available to support…


Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Rep. Elik’s March 2023 Legislative Update

This is my fourteenth update to the citizens of the 111th district, as your State Representative. We are about half-way through the 2023 spring legislative session, having already met deadlines…


Friday, March 24, 2023
Applications for Back to Business Grants Open April 5

Through the Back to Business (B2B) program, the State of Illinois is offering $175 million in grants for businesses in industries hardest-hit by the pandemic, specifically, restaurants, hotels and businesses…


Thursday, March 23, 2023
Rep. Elik Partners with Manufacturers to Increase Training, Strengthen Workforce

On Wednesday Rep. Amy Elik partnered with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) to discuss legislation she sponsored to explore ways to build career pathways for students and remove barriers that…


Friday, March 17, 2023
Capitol Update

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The Illinois House of Representatives adjourned late Thursday afternoon after passing 40 bills onto the Senate for consideration, leaving over 500 bills to consider by the…