New cash assistance fund available for residents excluded from federal COVID-19 aid

CHICAGO – State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago) is encouraging Chicago residents who were excluded from federal stimulus aid for COVID-19 to take advantage of a new cash assistance program.  “There are a lot of people, including some in vulnerable populations, who were left out of the care package passed by Congress,” Feigenholtz said. “It’s vital that we ensure that everyone has access to resources

Feigenholtz: Budget provides critical support for social services, preserves school funding

CHICAGO – The new Fiscal Year 2021 state budget signed into law today provides needed funding for the social services and ensures education remains fully funded in Illinois according to State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago). “We have a responsibility to protect Illinoisans during this pandemic, and that means preserving the services on which they rely,” Feigenholtz said. “This budget will help guide our state

Feigenholtz delivers on to-go cocktail sales for Illinois bars and restaurants

SPRINGFIELD – A measure that will allow cocktails to go, sponsored by State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago), which will bring much needed relief to bars and restaurants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, passed the Illinois Senate Saturday. The legislation would allow the sale of cocktails and mixed drinks for delivery and curbside pickup, giving bars and restaurants one of many permissions they need to