Serving your community shouldn’t mean risking you or your family’s safety. Yet that’s the reality far too many first responders and public officials are facing today. The recent tragedy in Minnesota, where State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband lost their lives, and State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were seriously injured, was a heartbreaking reminder of what’s at stake.
It’s horrifying and unacceptable.
I’ve renewed my call to pass my bill, the Public Safety and Justice Privacy Act, to give our frontline servants the privacy protections they deserve. This bill would prohibit individuals and organizations from sharing personal information like home addresses and phone numbers of first responders and members of the General Assembly. Violating these protections would carry serious consequences.
These are common-sense steps to protect the people who serve us every day. No one should have to wonder if doing their job could put a target on their back. No one should have to trade their personal safety to be a public servant.
Watch more media coverage on this issue at the following links:
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Supporting Small Businesses
I’m excited to share that Matt’s Barbecue in Lemont is the very first to earn my Small Business Spotlight! Matt started out grilling in his driveway and built something truly special: a local favorite that runs on family, hard work, and some seriously great barbecue.
Read more: Rep. La Ha Recognizes Matt’s Barbecue as First Small Business Spotlight Recipient – Nicole La Ha
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Encouraging Young Readers
School may be out, but learning never stops! My Summer Reading Program is now open for Kindergarten–6th grade students. Every reader who completes the challenge will receive a personalized certificate from me. Let’s make this a summer of stories and imagination!
Learn more: Rep. La Ha Launches Her Summer Reading Program – Nicole La Ha
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Celebrating a Young Leader Making a Huge Impact
Nine-year-old Amelia Burbank reminded us all that you’re never too young to change the world. Her initiative to make playgrounds more accessible is inspiring and already making an impact.
Read more: Rep. Nicole La Ha Honors Young Changemaker for Accessible Playground Initiative – Nicole La Ha
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Share your legislative idea with Rep. La Ha – Nicole La Ha
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