Chicago Abortion Fund Care Package Drive
My office along with Senator Steans and Alderwoman Maria Hadden are hosting a care package drive for Chicago Abortion Fund. Chicago abortion fund provides financial, logistical and emotional support to women seeking abortion procedures.

The items collected through this drive will go directly to individuals that have received services at CAF. To find out more about CAF and other ways you can help please visit their website at Chicago Abortion Fund

To access the wish list please click anywhere below in the flyer .
ABAWDS Update Effective January 1, 2020
Changes to the SNAP program for Able Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDS) have taken effect due to the Trump administration. If you or someone you know is receiving benefits as an ABAWD we would encourage you to read the information below and see if you qualify for an exemption. You can find more information on SNAP Work Requirements through the United States Department of Agriculture's website.

If your benefits have been compromised due to this change you can complete this exemption form and turn it in to the Illinois Department of Human Services.The form can be found here in Spanish . For any questions contact our office.
Local School Council Summit 2020
The local school election season is underway and I wanted to invite you to attend this summit on January 25th. LSCs are the most hyperlocal democratic lever in Chicago and are the elected position that most reflects the demographics of Chicago. We, along with the entire LSCs.4.ALL coalition, strongly believe in democratic voice and community control.
City of Chicago Cannabis Resource Fair
Click the image below to be redirected and RSVP to participate in this event.
Retention of Illinois Students & Equity (RISE) Act: House Bill 2691
The Retention of Illinois Students & Equity (RISE) Act allows eligible undocumented students and transgender students who are disqualified from federal financial aid to apply for all forms of state financial aid. The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid provides a pathway for these qualified students to apply for Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants, the state's largest need-based grant program for low-income college students.

The RISE Act also removed the 75-hour cap on Monetary Award Program (MAP) paid credit hours for freshmen and sophomores as of January 1, 2020. The overall maximum of 135 MAP paid credit hours remains in effect.

FAQ can be found here
2020 Census is Hiring
Last chance, Apply for a 2020 Census Job TODAY

Now is the time to apply for a 2020 Census job. The Census Bureau is recruiting hundreds of thousands of temporary workers for the 2020 Census. Census taker positions are high-paying jobs with flexible hours. It's the perfect opportunity for students, retirees, part-time workers, and everyone looking to earn extra income. Specifically, in our area, the pay rate is $17.50 up to $29.50 an hour. 

Easy to Apply
To apply click 2020 Census Job Application . Those who are being considered for a position will receive a telephone interview. Applicants will need to complete paperwork online and make an appointment to get fingerprinted for the background check. Once they are offered the job, there will be a period of time before their start date to allow time for the background clearance process. 
Planned Parenthood Event
I will be an award recipient at the Roe v. Wade Anniversary Event.  RSVP  to join Planned Parenthood celebrate this historic case that moved women a step forward in the fight for equality.
Congregation K.I.N.S Weekly Meals
Sincerely,

Kelly Cassidy
State Representative, 14th District

Office of State Representative Kelly Cassidy

5533 N Broadway

Chicago IL 60640
773-784-2002(phone)
773-784-2060(fax)