Pathway to Apprenticeship Informational Fair

Senator Lightford and the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus are teaming up with other community and state-wide organizations to host a Pathway to Apprenticeship Informational Fair for anyone looking for information regarding apprenticeships! The event will take place July 20, 2015 from 1-3 p.m. Come out and get some great information from experts on how to navigate the process of finding a great career.

Hines VA Hospital to host Manufacturing Hiring Event

Senator Lightford would like you to know that Hines VA Hospital is hosting a manufacturing hiring event this Tuesday, June 16th. Veterans hold expertise in many areas critical to a manufacturing sector that is looking for hard-working new talent. We need to respond by hiring more veterans!

ILBC calls for passage of comprehensive policing reform plan

Senator Lightford and other members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus are calling upon Governor Bruce Rauner to sign a comprehensive policing reform package.

The plan would address issues, such as, wearing body cameras, independent investigations in officer-related deaths, special prosecutors and cultural competency training.

Watch the video below to hear the Senator's comments on this critical issue.

Miss Black Illinois USA 2015

Senator Lightford hosted Destiny Lee, Miss Black Illinois USA 2015, at the State Capitol. Miss Lee addressed the General Assembly, speaking passionately on a variety of topics close to her heart. The Miss Black Illinois USA Pageant celebrates academic success and believes that education is the key to lifelong achievement and empowerment. The pageant promotes education and leadership by providing scholarship opportunities to its winners.

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