Hunter creates Grand Jury Review Task Force

In 2011, wrongful convictions cost Illinois taxpayers $214 million and the falsely accused a combined 926 years in prison. The Illinois Senate approved a good government measure to create transparency in the grand jury process.

“Wrongful convictions erode the public’s trust in our criminal justice system. Transparency is the only way to restore faith in this process,” said State Senator Mattie Hunter, the plan’s sponsor.

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Hunter’s new foster care internship aims to reduce homelessness

In 2011, Illinois had the third largest number of youth in the U.S. who aged out of foster care at 21 percent, according to Northwestern University. The same year, University of Chicago reported that those young people face challenges including unemployment, homelessness and incarceration.

A plan from State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) to create internship opportunities for youth who have aged out of Illinois’ foster care system has passed the Illinois Senate and House.

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3rd Senate District Budgetary Town Hall

Concerned residents are invite to discuss the governor’s proposed budget cuts Saturday, May 16, with elected officials and policy experts at the 3rd Senate District Budgetary Town Hall Meeting. State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) is bringing the conversation from the Statehouse to the South Side. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP by filling out Hunter’s survey here. Refreshments will be served.

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New child protections measure creates stability

A new measure that could help protect children’s rights during guardianship battles passed the Illinois General Assembly.

“Children need stable households while growing up. Constant relocation within and outside of the state disrupts the child’s life,” said State Senator Mattie Hunter, sponsor of the bill.

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