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Costa Howard Begins New Term, Focusing on Fiscal Responsibility, Economic Development
State Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, who was sworn in to her fourth term in the Illinois House of Representatives on Wednesday, will embark on this new session with a focus on increasing fiscal responsibility, promoting economic development, and protecting the rights of women and families throughout Illinois.
DuPage Farm Bureau supports horticulture and agricultural education in Glenbard
Glenbard High School District 87 received a $6,000 donation from the DuPage County Farm Bureau to support horticulture and agricultural education at all four Glenbard high schools.
Illinois lawmaker calls for strengthening protection for homeschooled children
State Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, is calling for stronger homeschool laws following reporting about the state’s lax oversight. She’s pictured in a file photo on the House floor. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
February 6th
When a family is in crisis, children desperately need support, stability, and love. That’s why grandparents and other relatives are often the first choice to serve as foster families when a child goes into the care of the Department of Children and Family Services.
January 30th
As we embark on this new legislative session, I’m very pleased to announce my committee assignments.
January 23rd
For many of us, January is a time to make giant platters of nachos and invite friends and neighbors over to watch the playoffs and cheer loudly for our favorite teams. But advocates for victims and survivors of sex trafficking remind us that these large sporting events are often hubs for human trafficking, with thousands of vulnerable women and children brought to the host city and forced into prostitution.