Dear Friends,

As we enter the Fourth of July weekend, I ask everyone to pause for a moment and reflect on the freedoms we have cherished for nearly 250 years. I still believe in our democratic form of government, and I remain deeply honored to represent you in our state capitol in Springfield. I hope you enjoy the company of family, friends and neighbors and the many outstanding community events taking place this weekend, and I wish you a peaceful and safe holiday celebration. 

Sincerely,

Steve Stadelman
State Senator, 34th District
 

Gov. signs Stadelman bill expanding consumer protections for tenants

A new law championed by State Senator Steve Stadelman to expand consumer protections for renters in smaller buildings was signed into law today, making it more difficult for landlords to withhold security deposits.

“With this law, we are extending transparency to all renters,” Stadelman said. “This law will ensure everyone has the same protections when renting.”

Currently, landlords can withhold security deposits for tenants in buildings with five units or more as long as they provide an itemized statement of damages within 30 days after a tenant moves out. For those living in a building with five or fewer units, a withheld security deposit does not require a statement explaining why and listing the damages incurred.

Senate Bill 1741 removes this limitation.

“If a renter does not get their security deposit back, they at least deserve an explanation from their landlord,” Stadelman said. “We want to prevent landlords from abusing the law by withholding security deposits without tenants ever knowing why. I am proud to see this legislation signed into law and will continue to fight for consumer protections for Illinois residents.”

Stadelman launches Summer Book Club

State Senator Steve Stadelman kicked off his Summer Book Club today by reading "I Promise" by LeBron James to 40 students in the Summer Enrichment Program at the Boys and Girls Club of Rockford -Fairgrounds Unit.

Friday marked the end of the first week of the Fairgrounds enrichment program, where experienced teachers focus on building math and reading skills through small group lessons, hands-on activities and interactive Chromebook challenges.

Stadelman's book club encourages students in the 34th legislative district that he represents to read eight books over the summer. Those who accomplish the challenge are invited to celebrate at an August 11 pizza party at Fairgrounds, where Stadelman again will read to children.

Stadelman is basing his book club at Fairgrounds for a second summer, having previously partnered with the Rockford Public Library Montague Branch.

To join Stadelman's challenge, families should obtain a brochure and public libraries in Rockford, Loves Park, Cherry Valley or Belvidere. The brochure contains a slip for parents or guardians to sign, naming the eight books their child read.
 

Download at: https://www.senatorstadelman.com/.../Book_Club_Stadelman.pdf.

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Great turnout for Belvidere Heritage Days parade!