Senator Martinez Passes Legislation for Bilingual Education
SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Senator Iris Y. Martinez (D-Chicago) passed legislation today that will require the Advisory Council on Bilingual Education to submit a report to the State Superintendent, General Assembly, and the Governor to address necessary changes to bilingual education
Martinez Legislation to Prevent Domestic Battery Offenders from Owning Guns
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Today, State Senator Iris Y. Martinez (D-Chicago) passed House Bill 3365 that prohibits people convicted of domestic battery from owning guns and restricts anyone who under restraining order from possessing a firearm.
Martinez Tax Credit for Film Industry Legislation Signed By Governor Quinn
Springfield IL- Recently, Governor Quinn signed Senate Bill 398 into law which extends the Film Production Services Tax Credit of 2008. The tax credit encourages film production in the state.
Martinez Advocates for State Latino Employment
Springfield, IL—Today, State Senator Iris Y. Martinez and the Latino Caucus held a press conference to raise awareness about the disparity of Latinos in administrative and management positions in Illinois.
