General Updates from Senator Mike Simmons

Dear Neighbor,

I hope you and your loved ones are staying well. Recently, new relief opportunities have been announced that will benefit households across the 7th District. See further down under "Community Resources" for details related to back-to-school tax benefits, federal student loan payment relief, and a new program that will benefit seniors.

General Updates from Senator Mike Simmons

The last two weeks have been productive. I had an opportunity to take a tour of Swedish Covenant Hospital and met with CEO Anthony Guaccio and several ER and clinical staff...

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Image: Senator Mike Simmons meets with hospital leadership at Swedish Covenant Hospital.


Legislative Updates

Senator Mike Simmons speaking to League of Women Voters of Evanston/Skokie with Senator Laura Fine and Representative Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

Senator Simmons speaks to the League of Women Voters about legislative and budget accomplishments from the spring session.

Community Updates

Mercy Housing Renovation

Lobby of newly renovated Major Jenkins Apartments by Mercy Housing with improved lighting and modern interior design

Glenwood Arts Festival

Senator Mike Simmons with Alderwoman Maria Hadden and community members at Glenwood Arts Festival in Rogers Park

Block Parties

Senator Mike Simmons speaking with West Ridge residents at a neighborhood block party

Senator Mike Simmons with restaurant owners Solomon and Selam at Selam Ethiopian Kitchen in Uptown

Edgewater Historical Society Visit

Senator Mike Simmons visiting Indigenous Edgewater exhibit at Edgewater Historical Society

Swedish Covenant Hospital Visit

Senator Mike Simmons speaking with healthcare staff at Swedish Covenant Hospital

National Dog Day

Senator Mike Simmons holding his dog Sasha during National Dog Day celebration at the Capitol

Community Resources

Federal Student Loan Repayment Relief

The White House recently announced a plan for student loan relief that benefits borrowers earning under $75,000. Learn more about federal student loan repayment relief