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State Rep. La Shawn Ford Featured on Chicago News Weekly

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Illinois’ Champion of Unity and Equity

State Representative La Shawn K. Ford has built his career on championing equity and unity across Illinois, advocating for underserved communities, and creating opportunities for those often overlooked. His diverse background as an educator, real estate broker, and legislator informs his people-first approach to public service.

Ford’s commitment to unity, equity, and public service

State Representative La Shawn K. Ford’s legislative achievements reflect his relentless commitment to unity, equity, and public service. He has championed policies that prioritize equitable funding for public schools, ensuring underserved communities have access to quality education. His efforts in healthcare include addressing disparities in mental health services and advocating for overdose prevention sites to combat the opioid crisis with compassion and practicality. Ford’s push for criminal justice reform includes initiatives to support re-entry for formerly incarcerated individuals, promoting second chances and inclusivity. Through these policies, Ford has consistently worked to dismantle systemic inequities and create opportunities for all.

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Rep. Ford's diverse background as an educator, real estate broker, and community leader.

La Shawn K. Ford’s diverse background as an educator, real estate broker, and community leader has uniquely shaped his approach to public service. As a social studies teacher in Chicago Public Schools, he witnessed firsthand the systemic inequities affecting students and families, inspiring his commitment to educational equity. Transitioning to real estate, Ford prioritized stability and integrity for first-time homebuyers, particularly in underserved communities, fostering economic opportunity and housing security. His leadership across these roles deepened his understanding of the challenges facing his constituents, equipping him to address complex issues with empathy and a people-first perspective.

Rep. Ford's Interview with Dr. VGP, Chief Editor of Global Eye Magazine

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Rep. Ford's Background

Rep. Ford's Key Legislative Achievements

Representative La Shawn K. Ford has championed transformative legislation aimed at advancing equity and opportunity for all. His key initiatives include co-sponsoring bills to reform criminal justice, expand access to affordable housing, and ensure fair funding for public schools in underserved communities. Ford has prioritized policies that address systemic inequities in health and environmental justice, such as improving mental health services and advocating for solutions to the opioid crisis. Through his legislative efforts, Ford has demonstrated a commitment to creating a fairer

and more inclusive society.

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Committees Championing Change

Rep. Ford's Key Roles in the Illinois

 General Assembly

Representative La Shawn K. Ford actively serves on several key committees in the Illinois General Assembly, addressing critical issues across diverse areas. These include leadership in the Appropriations-Higher Education and Re-Entry Policy committees, as well as significant contributions to Mental Health & Addiction, Restorative Justice, Labor & Commerce, and Public Utilities. His roles reflect a commitment to advancing equity, justice, and access in education, mental health, re-entry policies, and more.

The Illinois House of Democrats Reports

January 23, 2023

Ford to Again Lead House Appropriations-Higher Education Committee, Wants to Maintain Historic Investments

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will continue to chair the House Appropriations-Higher Education Committee, which last year advocated for $2.9 billion in state funding toward higher education.

“Maintaining a strong public higher education system is critical in providing an affordable education experience available to all residents,” Ford said. “Following the pandemic and the budget impasse Rauner years, it’s important that we make significant investments in these institutions. These colleges play a critical role in the long-term health of our state, and it’s important we listen to them to make sure they are able to meet their demands now and moving forward.”

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Collections Tax Specialist 1 Spanish Speaking

Date:  Nov 27, 2024

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition ID: 43086 

Closing Date/Time: 12/17/2024 ;11:59pm

Agency: Department of Revenue

Skill Option: None 

Bilingual Option: Spanish 

Salary: $4,412-$5,991/monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time 

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

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Rehabilitation Field Services Supervisor

Date:  Dec 2, 2024

Location:  Chicago, IL, US, 60646

Job Requisition ID:  42935Agency: Department of Human Services

Skill Option: Rehabilitation Counseling 

Bilingual Option: None 

Opening Date:  12/03/2024

Closing Date/Time:12/18/2024

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,165 - $11,165 per month

($109,980 - $133,980 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time 

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

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General Counsel

Date:  Nov 20, 2024Location:  Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition ID:  43186

Closing Date/Time: 12/18/2024

​Agency: 

Class Title:  

Skill Option: None 

Bilingual Option: None 

Salary: 

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time 

County: Cook; DeKalb; DuPage; Kane; Lake

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: None

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Assistant Family and Community Resource Center Administrator

Date:  Nov 27, 2024Location:  Chicago, IL, US, 60619

Job Requisition ID:  42635

​Agency: Department of Human Services

Skill Option: Health and Human Services 

Bilingual Option: None 

Opening Date: 12/02/2024

Closing Date/Time: 12/17/2024

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,700 per month

($104,400 - $116,400 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time 

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

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