Feigenholtz votes to pass comprehensive civil rights legislation in response to ICE activities

As the federal administration escalates its immigration enforcement tactics targeting residents of Chicago and other communities in Illinois, State Senator Sara Feigenholtz is backing landmark legislation that would protect Illinois residents’ constitutional rights and ensure safe access to critical public services. “The federal administration is failing to keep Americans safe in their communities,” said Feigenholtz (D-Chicago). “While Chicagoans’ rights continue to be violated, we

A bartender prepares a mixed drink for delivery as cocktails to-go is made permanent in Illinois.

Feigenholtz removes sunset provision for cocktails to-go

Illinois joins 20 other states that have made cocktails to-go permanent  State Senator Sara Feigenholtz passed a law permitting cocktail and mixed drink delivery and takeout to provide life-saving support to restaurants, bars, and venues during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, Senator Feigenholtz wants to make cocktails to-go a permanent option for restaurants and consumers. Last week, Feigenholtz fought to add this provision to Senate

Feigenholtz welcomes new affordable, accessible housing to Lakeview

State Senator Sara Feigenholtz celebrated the grand opening of Lakeview Landing, a new, 37-unit affordable housing development that will provide accessible, independent living options to Chicagoans with disabilities. “Lakeview Landing represents our commitment to investing in and supporting affordable housing infrastructure in every neighborhood,” Feigenholtz (D-Chicago) said. “It’s the perfect example of what can be accomplished when community leaders, nonprofits and government come together