Focused on Affordability & Practical Solutions
This month marked the bill filing deadline in Springfield. As we move into the legislative session, Representative Suzanne Ness remains committed to working in a bipartisan manner to advance practical, commonsense solutions that address affordability and strengthen our community.
🔹 Legislative Priorities
• Addressing affordability and cost-of-living challenges
• Protecting retirement security
• Strengthening transportation infrastructure
• Supporting our veterans
• Ensuring vulnerable populations receive critical resources
• Responsible budgeting and fiscal accountability
🔹 Key Bills Sponsored & Co-Sponsored
HB4248 – Algorithmic Pricing Transparency Act
Regulates “surveillance pricing” by requiring transparency when online sellers use consumer data to personalize prices.
HB1146 – Plastic Bag Reduction Act
Creates a statewide phase-out of single-use plastic carryout bags to reduce waste and protect the environment.
HB1314 – County Ethics Commission
Allows local governments to establish ethics commissions to strengthen accountability and transparency.
HB1329 – Co-Responder Unit (McHenry County)
Supports the development and expansion of co-responder units in McHenry County, pairing law enforcement with mental health professionals to respond to crises.
HB4612 – Home Services Referral Act
Strengthens oversight and consumer protections related to home services referral agencies.
HB5236 – Digital Library Protection Act
Protects access to digital library materials and ensures equitable availability of digital resources for Illinois residents.
HB5513 – POWER Act
The POWER Act is currently being developed through ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and community members.
🔹 From Springfield
Representative Ness has remained actively engaged throughout the legislative session, focusing on both policy development and community collaboration.
