State Senator Mattie Hunter will join State Representatives Sonya Harper and Kimberly DuBuclet for a virtual SNAP webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 5:30 p.m.

The free event will highlight discussion from legislators, the Greater Chicago Food Depository, the Illinois Department of Human Services as well as Reverend John McEwen to inform residents of changes to SNAP and resources available to them.

SPRINGFIELD — As a longstanding advocate for mental health and substance use treatment, State Senator Mattie Hunter supported a measure aimed at increasing access to treatment for residents.  

“Access to mental health and substance abuse treatment for Illinoisans should not be delayed because of a lack of in-network providers through their insurance,” said Hunter (D-Chicago). “We need to prioritize the well-being of our communities, especially those who are paying hundreds of dollars in insurance premiums every month.”

CHICAGO — State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) released the following statement Wednesday after federal agents have been seen walking around the streets of Chicago and detaining residents of the 3^rd District:

“No one in our community should have to live in fear of being taken by federal agents, especially as they are heading to work, school or taking a walk with their family. Yet this is the reality our neighbors are facing, including Laura Murillo, who was taken into custody while working in Back of the Yards. She, like many others, have had to leave family and friends behind.