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Pay-to-Play: Austriaco Dodges Truth, Fails to Disclose $1.4 Million in State Contracts for
Blagojevich Donations
(10/27/08) Des Plaines, IL -– Raising alarming new questions about the extent of her relationship with Governor Rod Blagojevich, 65th District Democrat candidate Aurora Austriaco intentionally submitted a blank response to a question from the Chicago Sun-Times regarding whether or not she has been the beneficiary of any government contracts.
Mulligan: Cook County to Receive
Federal Flood Assistance
(10/17/08) Des Plaines, IL -– Cook County will receive federal assistance for communities that were impacted by heavy flood waters in September, according to State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines).
Pay-to-Play: Aurora Austriaco Thrives, Human Services Go Without
(10/05/08) Des Plaines, IL -– As human service agencies endure drastic state funding cuts, Aurora Austriaco and her Chicago law firm have been awarded $1.4 million in state contracts in exchange for generous campaign contributions to Rod Blagojevich.
IRTA Endorses Rep. Rosemary Mulligan for Fall 2008 General Election
(09/26/08) Springfield, IL -– The Illinois Retired Teachers Association (IRTA) is pleased to announce the endorsement of Representative Rosemary Mulligan for the fall 2008 General Election. Mulligan was awarded the endorsement following a rigorous examination process in which candidates were evaluated upon the content of the responses found in their returned questionnaire, their past legislative record on issues of importance to the retired educator, and also by the input of the local units located within their districts.
Rep. Mulligan’s Opponent Misleads Voters on Internet Safety
(09/25/08) Des Plaines, IL - Despite slanderous accusations by her opponent, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) has been a leader in protecting children from sexual predators and promoting Internet safety. Her opponent’s mail piece contains half-truths that do not accurately reflect Rep. Mulligan’s voting record in Springfield.
Rep. Mulligan Awards Grant to
Center of Concern to Help Seniors
(09/22/08) Des Plaines, IL - Demonstrating her ongoing commitment to seniors, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) is pleased to award the Center of Concern in Park Ridge a $10,000 state grant. Rep. Mulligan was instrumental in securing the funding, which will be used for senior support programs.
Small Business Endorses
Rep. Rosemary Mulligan for Re-Election
(09/12/08) Springfield, IL - Illinois’ leading small business association, the National Federation of Independent Business, has endorsed Illinois Representative Rosemary Mulligan for re-election in the 65th House district.
Rep. Mulligan Secures Grant for New Program to Improve Reading at District 64
(08/25/08) Des Plaines, IL - Demonstrating her commitment to improving the educational curriculum, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) secured a $25,000 grant for Park Ridge-Niles School District #64.
The grant will be used to purchase instructional materials for a new, recently-approved support program called Early Intervention/Response to Intervention.
Rep. Mulligan Secures Grant Money for Safer Diving at Des Plaines Park District
(08/18/08) Des Plaines…State Representative Rosemary Mulligan is pleased to award the Des Plaines Park District with a $20,000 grant to replace diving boards at the Park District's swimming pools. Committed to community improvements, Rep. Mulligan was instrumental in securing state funding for the grant.
Telephone Town Hall Draws Over 4,500 Participants
(08/01/08) Park Ridge, IL – State Representatives Rosemary Mulligan (R – Des Plaines) and Michael McAuliffe (R – Chicago) hosted a telephone town hall meeting on July 29. More than 4,500 residents participated. Even during the busy summer months, thousands of people took the time out to hear about what is going on in state government,” Mulligan said.
Rep. Mulligan Secures Grant Money for
Park Ridge Fire and Police Departments
(07/28/08) Des Plaines…Demonstrating her commitment to public safety, State Rep. Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) is pleased to announce that two $15,000 grants have been awarded to the Park Ridge Fire and Police Departments. Rep. Mulligan was integral in securing the state funding for the grants.
“Each of these grants is being used to protect the safety of Park Ridge residents. I worked aggressively to secure this funding because I believe it is crucial that our police and fire departments are equipped with top-notch resources,” Rep. Mulligan said.
Reps. Mulligan and Krause Affirm Support for Railroad Merger
(07/01/08) Reduced traffic and railroad congestion are two reasons State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) and State Representative Carolyn Krause (R-Mount Prospect) today affirmed their support for the Canadian National Merger with the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railway.
Rep. Mulligan Issues Statement Regarding Cook County Sales Tax Increase
(06/30/08) “In an already weak economy, Cook County taxpayers will now see their hard-earned money eaten up by more taxes. With another increase to what is already the highest sales tax rate in the nation, local families are leaving the area just to buy groceries and other necessities.”
Rep. Mulligan Honored by Maine Center
(04/27/05) Maine Center is hosting a Volunteer Recognition Event on Thursday, April 28, 2005 and will be honoring State Representative Rosemary Mulligan for her work on behalf of the mentally ill. Mulligan has been chosen as a recipient of a Maine Center Volunteer Award.
Rep. Mulligan Bill to Regulate Ultrasound Use on Pregnant Women Advances through House
(04/06/05) A bill aimed at stopping the practice of performing unsafe ultrasounds by unlicensed persons on pregnant women for “keepsake videos” Wednesday cleared the Illinois House of Representatives, according to the bill’s sponsor State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines).
Rep. Mulligan Addresses Future Leaders in Springfield
(03/11/05) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan Friday morning spoke to high school students from across Illinois encouraging them to carry out their visions for the future and to get involved in our government. The group was participating in the 6th Annual Capitol Forum on America’s Future.
Nonprofit Groups to Celebrate State Lawmakers for Assisting Elderly and Disabled Refugees
(01/07/05) On Friday, January 7, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) will be honored for her role in sponsoring and assisting with the passage of Public Act 93-741. The event is hosted by the Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law, Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Human Rights, and Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights. The co-sponsors of the event include thirty nonprofit organizations that work with refugees and asylees. The event will consist of a presentation ceremony followed by lunch.
Rep.
Mulligan’s "No Means No" Bill Becomes Law
(07/28/03)
The "No Means No" bill is now law in Illinois,
according to State Representative Rosemary Mulligan, a chief
sponsor of the bill in the Illinois House. The new law will
strengthen prosecutors' defense in rape cases.
Mulligan’s
Contraceptive Coverage Bill Becomes Law
(07/18/03) A new
law in Illinois requires insurance carriers to provide coverage
to women for outpatient prescription contraceptive drugs,
devices and services, according to the bill’s cosponsor,
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines).
Rep.
Mulligan Named to Joint Task Force on Illinois Immigrants
and Refugees
(07/18/03) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan, R-65th,
has been appointed to the General Assembly’s Joint
Task Force on Illinois Immigrants and Refugees. The 12-member
Task Force will examine the needs of immigrants and refugees
in Illinois and make recommendations to the General Assembly
concerning those needs.
Mulligan:
Additional Funds for Education Save Funding for Vital Programs
(05/31/03) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) commended the General Assembly on voting for an
improved education funding bill that put $100 million back
into funding for categorical grants.
Mulligan
Supports Senior Prescription Drug Discount Plan/
Pushes Catastrophic Prescription Coverage
(04/04/03) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) helped pass legislation today to provide pharmaceutical
assistance to seniors through a voluntary discount plan.
Mulligan is also supporting legislation that would create
a catastrophic prescription drug coverage plan for seniors
denied coverage because of pre-existing conditions or other
health problems.
Mulligan
to Serve on Special Summit on Senior Services
(01/31/03) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) has been selected to serve on Speaker Michael Madigan’s
Special Summit on Senior Services. The group will hold meetings
to discuss issues critical to senior citizens.
Sierra
Club of Illinois Endorses Mulligan for Re-Election
(09/25/02) Calling her the more qualified
candidate in her race for re-election to the Illinois House
of Representatives, The Sierra Club of Illinois recently
announced its endorsement of State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan (R- Des Plaines) for the Nov. 5 General Election
in the newly drawn 65th Representative District.
Mulligan
Earns "A" Rating from Illinois Citizens for Handgun
Control
(09/19/02) Representative Rosemary Mulligan
(R- Des Plaines) announced today that she had received an
"A" rating from one of Illinois' most respected
citizens' groups promoting handgun safety. On September
16, 2002, the Illinois Citizens for Handgun Control (ICHC)
announced their yearly ratings of Illinois General Assembly
members based on the member's support or opposition to a
number of crime fighting initiatives.
Mulligan
Legislation to Muzzle Telemarketers Signed into Law
(09/05/02) In an effort to provide relief to households
across Illinois from irritating telemarketing calls, State
Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) cosponsored
legislation this session to set up a "Restricted Call
Registry" that was signed into law recently.
Rep.
Mulligan Participates in Hearing for Local Firefighters
(08/09/02) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) attended a hearing of the bipartisan House Fire
Protection Funding Task Force on Thursday at the Norwood
Park Fire Protection Station. The purpose of the hearing
was to hear from local firefighters and departments about
what they need to adequately serve and protect local citizens.
Mulligan
Praises Congressmen Henry Hyde, Jesse Jackson Jr.
(07/22/02) Congress attempted to pass legislation this week
to allow the expansion of O’Hare International Airport.
HR 3479, The National Aviation Capacity Expansion Act, was
defeated by a vote of 247-143 and State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) expressed gratitude to her colleagues
Congressman Henry Hyde (R-Addison) and Congressman Jesse
Jackson Jr. (D-Homewood) For expressing their strong opposition
and being the voice in Washington of concerned Illinoisans
who live and work around O’Hare Airport.
Mulligan:
Law Brings Stricter Punishment for DUIs
(07/17/02) This week, legislation supported by State Representative
Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) was signed into law strengthening
the state’s penalties for driving on a revoked or suspended
license as the result of a DUI.
Alliance
PAC Endorses Rosemary Mulligan for House
(07/25/02) The Alliance Political Action Committee has endorsed
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan for State Representative
in the 65th District. As the political arm of the Illinois
Statewide School Management Alliance, the Alliance PAC provides
the opportunity for individuals interested in education
to endorse and contribute to candidates for state offices.
The Alliance PAC is the combined effort of school boards,
superintendents, principals and business officials.
Mulligan
Calls for Review of Assisted-Living Reimbursements
(05/10/02) Des Plaines — A policy change in the Department
of Human Services (DHS) prompted legislators to draft a
resolution calling for a review of the current rate model
and payment methodology used to reimburse Community Integrated
Living Arrangements (CILA). State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan (R-Des Plaines), Spokesperson for the Human Services
– Appropriations Committee and sponsor of this legislation,
said the resolution was created out of concern for the financial
well-being of CILAs.
Rep.
Mulligan Announces Tough New Legislation to Crack Down on
Child Solicitation
(02/27/02) State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) announced today her tough new plan to crack down
on child sexual solicitation that extends the current jurisdiction
to include the Internet and increases the penalties for
multiple offenses.
Fed
Deems Illinois as Test Site for "Senior Rx Care"
(01/29/02) In an effort to expand prescription drug coverage
to seniors, the Bush administration announced Monday that
Illinois would be the first state to be tested for an additional
$100 million federal initiative contributing to Illinois’
award winning Circuit Breaker Program. This program will
be called "Illinois Senior Rx Care," and if successful,
will become available to other states.
State
Rep. Rosemary Mulligan Announces Candidacy for Re-election
in the 65th District
12/3/01 State Representative Rosemary Mulligan,
a Des Plaines Republican, announced today her candidacy
for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives.
Mulligan was first elected in 1992 and is seeking her sixth
term in the newly drawn 65th representative district. The
district encompasses much of Mulligan's current 55th District,
including nearly all of Park Ridge and Des Plaines, Niles
and Rosemont and adds parts of Norwood Park Norridge and
the City of Chicago. MORE
State
Representative Mulligan Commends Governor's Initiative to
Help Problem and Compulsive Gamblers
10/22/01 Raising awareness about the dangers of problem
and compulsive gambling has long been a goal for State Representative
Rosemary Mulligan (R- Des Plaines). Today Governor Ryan
joined Rep. Mulligan in her battle to aid compulsive gamblers
by announcing that the Department of Human Services (DHS)
and the University of Illinois at Springfield (UIS) will
formally launch the public awareness campaign on the initiative
to help problem and compulsive gamblers. MORE
State
Representative Mulligan Applauds Plan to Fight Domestic
Terrorism
10/19/01 Citing the need to protect Americans from further
possible terrorist attacks, State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan (R- Des Plaines) lauded the new anti-terrorism
legislation initiated by Attorney General Jim Ryan. The
legislation aims at aiding state and local police in their
efforts toward thwarting possible terrorist attacks. MORE
Mulligan
to Host Tax Assessment Forum for Maine Township
10/19/01
To help residents in completing the tax assessment process
for property in Maine Township, State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) is hosting a "Tax Assessment
Forum" at the Maine Township Town Hall on Saturday,
November 10th, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Maine Township Assessor
Tom Rueckert and representatives from Cook County Assessor
James Houlihan's office will join Mulligan to explain and
answer questions about the assessment process. MORE
Mulligan
Joins the House Republican Women's Caucus in Endorsing Daniels
for State Party Chairman
10/18/01
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) expressed
her unanimity with the rest of the House Republican Women's
Caucus today in announcing their strong endorsement of House
Republican Leader Lee A. Daniels for Chairman of the Illinois
Republican Party. Though unable to attend the announcement
in Springfield, Mulligan believes that Daniels possesses
all the skills essential to lead the Republican Party to
a bright future. MORE
Mulligan
To Be Briefed By Governor on "Domestic Preparedness"
10/10/01
In the aftermath of the September 11 tragedies in New York
and Washington D.C., State Representative Rosemary Mulligan
(R-Des Plaines) has been invited to attend the Governor's
briefing on "Domestic Preparedness" scheduled
for October 15th in Springfield. MORE
Mulligan
Introduces Legislation to Stimulate Charitable Contributions
in Illinois
9/26/01
In the wake of a national tragedy that has affected every
American, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) will introduce legislation that will make charitable
contributions deductible from Illinois income taxes. Mulligan
believes a tax deduction will make it easier for Illinoisans
to provide financial assistance to the victims and families
directly impacted by the attack on America. MORE
Mulligan
Applauds Des Plaines for O'Hare Decision
9/6/01
As the Des Plaines City Council officially jumped off the
fence on the O'Hare expansion issue, State Representative
Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) commended the council
for sticking with the Suburban O'Hare Commission in a unified
effort to fight O'Hare Airport expansion. On the evening
prior to the vote, Mulligan addressed the aldermen, urging
them to stay with SOC. MORE
Mulligan
Testifies at Bensenville O'Hare Hearing
Joined by nearly 2500 residents and neighbors concerned
about O'Hare expansion, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan
(R-Des Plaines) testified before Governor George Ryan concerning
Chicago Mayor Richard Daley's plan to expand O'Hare International
Airport at Fenton High School in Bensenville. MORE
Mulligan
Testifies on Panel at O'Hare Hearing
- Cites
Health and Environmental Concerns Not Covered in Daley's
Plan
8/17/01.
Joined
by over 800 residents and neighbors concerned about O'Hare
expansion, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des
Plaines) testified before Governor George Ryan concerning
Chicago Mayor Richard Daley's plan to expand O'Hare International
Airport. Mulligan believes that the Mayor's plan is ill
conceived and will be outdated before it can be completed.
MORE
O'Hare
Expansion Hearings to be held in Park Ridge on July 17,
2001
If
you live in the 55th District you will be affected by Chicago
Mayor Daley's plan to expand O'Hare Airport and add two
new runways. Join Representative Mulligan, our local officials
and neighbors on Tuesday, July 17 at the Park Ridge City
Hall to hear expert testimony about proposed O'Hare expansion
and viable alternatives to the Mayor's plan. Public comment
will be heard following official testimony. MORE
Representatives
Krause and Mulligan Denied Acces to U.S. Senate Aviation
Subcommittee on O'Hare
(6/15/01)
State Representatives Carolyn Krause and Rosemary Mulligan
were denied an opportunity to speak on behalf of the residents
of Suburban Cook County who are opposed to the expansion
of O'Hare Airport. Krause and Mulligan requested the opportunity
to speak before the subcommittee Friday, June 15, to give
a counter view of the overwhelming majority of speakers
who are pro expansion.
MORE
Representatives
Mulligan and Krause Opposed to New O'Hare Runway(s)
(6/14/01)
Rep. Rosemary Mulligan and Rep. Carolyn Krause will testify
tomorrow, June 15, before the Senate Aviation Subcommittee
Hearing on O'Hare Airport to be held at 9: a.m. at the Dirksen
Federal Building. As state representatives who serve an
area that would be most affected by runway expansion at
O'Hare International Airport, Mulligan and Krause are restating
their long-standing commitment made to Suburban Cook County
by all State of Illinois officials against building a new
runway(s) at O'Hare Airport. MORE
Mulligan
Announces Scholarship Winners
(6/11/01)
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) is
pleased to announce the winners of the Illinois General
Assembly Scholarship Program. Eight qualifying college-level
students from the 55th District were selected for a one-year
full tuition scholarship at selected Illinois universities.
MORE
Mulligan:
New Congressional Map Could Spell Trouble for Area Residents
(5/30/01) The Illinois
House of Representatives passed a new Congressional map
for Illinois today with State Representative Rosemary Mulligan
(R-Des Plaines) casting a "no" vote in the interests
of the communities of the 55th District.
MORE
Mulligan:
"Safe Haven" Legislation to Provide an Alternative
to Abandonment
(5/23/01)
Continuing the fight to save children from the fate of abandonment,
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) was
a House sponsor of legislation that has passed both Houses
of the General Assembly creating "safe havens"
for parents to anonymously take infants they cannot support.
MORE
Mulligan
Measure to Improve Pharmaceutical Assistance
(5/23/01) The Illinois House voted unanimously
this week to approve legislation sponsored by State Representative
Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) to form a pharmaceutical
assistance program review committee. Mulligan, one of the
House sponsors of Senate Bill 1276, hopes to devise constant
methods of improving the State of Illinois' pharmaceutical
assistance program according to the changing needs of senior
citizens. MORE
Mulligan:
Legislation Will Curb Gun Violence in Illinois
(4/5/01)
- Seeking to unleash the full weight of federal law enforcement
power against violent gun users, State Representative Rosemary
Mulligan sponsored legislation to enact a program called
Project Exile in Illinois. Project Exile would mirror a
highly successful program initiated in Richmond, Virginia
that utilizes federal firearm laws to send previous offenders
caught with guns directly to federal prison. MORE
"SCOTT'S
LAW" Passes With Flying Colors
(3/23/01)
- In an effort to protect safety workers across the state,
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) joined
in support of House Bill 180, known as "Scott's Law".
The legislation passed the house with overwhelming support.
MORE
Mulligan:
House Democrats Turning Their Backs on Seniors
(3/01/01) - House
Democrats Wednesday struck a blow against seniors struggling
to pay for needed prescription drugs, according to State
Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines). Despite
testimony from the American Association of Retired Persons
(AARP), the Democrat members of a House subcommittee killed
legislation to expand the nationally renown State Circuit
Breaker Program. MORE
Mulligan:
Internet Crime Must Be Stifled
(3/01/01) -
With Internet technology becoming a staple in more Illinois
homes, the information it brings can sometimes be troublesome.
In an effort to fight crimes committed over the Internet,
State Representative Rosemary Mulligan is sponsoring legislation
to protect people in Illinois from danger on the Internet.
MORE
Mulligan
Passes Legislation to Reduce Class Sizes
(2/23/01) -
With many classrooms in Illinois being overcrowded, State
Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) sponsored
legislation in the Illinois House that passed this week
creating a class size reduction grant program. MORE
Rep.
Mulligan to Sponsor Legislation to Combat Ecstasy
(2/16/01) -
State
Representative Rosemary Mulligan (R-Des Plaines) is sponsoring
legislation to significantly raise the penalties for the
possession or sale of methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA).
MDMA is the active ingredient in the club drug known as
"Ecstasy". MORE
Mulligan
Sponsors Death Penalty Reforms
(2/16/01) -
Over the past year, there has been great debate in Illinois
over the death penalty and the current moratorium in place.
Legislators in the Illinois General Assembly have scrutinized
over the situation and State Representative Rosemary Mulligan
(R-Des Plaines) is sponsoring a legislative package to reform
the State's death penalty procedures. MORE
Mulligan
Proud to Represent the People of the 55th District
(1/09/01) -Anxious
and excited about the upcoming two years, State Representative
Rosemary Mulligan joined colleagues on the floor of the
General Assembly as she was sworn in for her fifth term
as State Representative. MORE
Representative
Mulligan Awarding Scholarships to Local Students
(1/06/01) - Providing
educational opportunities to students of the 55th State
Representative District, State Representative Rosemary Mulligan
is proud to announce the arrival of the General Assembly
Scholarship program for the upcoming year.
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Mulligan Starts Year Off Assisting Senior Citizens
(1/05/01) - Ringing
in the new year with increased prescription assistance,
additional seniors will be eligible for the state of Illinois'
model Senior Circuit Breaker Program, according to State
Representative Rosemary Mulligan MORE
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