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Rep. Morgan’s Cannabis Reforms Expand Medical Cannabis Access to 37 Additional Illinois Dispensaries

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Rep. Morgan’s Cannabis Reforms Expand Medical Cannabis Access to 37 Additional Illinois Dispensaries New law expands patient access, preserves medical cannabis tax treatment and removes longstanding barriers to care Deerfield, IL – After years of work to modernize Illinois’ medical cannabis program, State Representative Bob Morgan announced Thursday that 37 existing adult-use dispensaries have been …

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Rep. Morgan Celebrates Governor Pritzker Signing Legislation Expanding Access to Medical Cannabis for Illinois Patients

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Representative Morgan Celebrates Governor Pritzker Signing Legislation Expanding Access to Medical Cannabis for Illinois Patients New law allows medical cannabis patients to access medication at more dispensaries statewide while avoiding sales tax on their medicine. SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois medical cannabis patients will soon have greater access to their medication under legislation championed by State …

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Rep. Morgan Highlights Major Legislative Victories and Budget Investments Following Conclusion of Spring Session

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The following is a statement from Illinois State Representative Bob Morgan (D-58) following the conclusion of the 2026 Spring Legislative Session Springfield, IL — As the Illinois General Assembly concludes its 2026 Spring Session, I’ve been reflecting on my role in Springfield and what my colleagues and I were able to accomplish this year. At …

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Rep. Morgan Introduces Anti-Weaponization Fund Tax Act to Prevent Illinois Residents from Profiting Off Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Slush Fund

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Rep. Morgan Introduces Anti-Weaponization Fund Tax Act to Prevent Illinois Residents from Profiting Off Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Slush Fund Legislation imposes a 100% tax on any Illinois resident who receives a payout from the DOJ’s controversial $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.” Springfield, IL – State Representative Bob Morgan today announced the introduction of HB5794, the Anti-Weaponization Fund …

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Rep. Morgan’s Junk Fee Ban Act Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature

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Rep. Morgan’s Junk Fee Ban Act Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature Landmark consumer protection legislation requiring upfront, all-in pricing now awaits final approval Springfield, IL – In a decisive step to protect consumers and restore fairness in the marketplace, legislation led by State Representative Bob Morgan to eliminate hidden “junk …

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Rep. Morgan Passes Legislation to Extend Successful Pension COLA Buyout Program

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Rep. Morgan Passes Legislation to Extend Successful Pension COLA Buyout Program Bipartisan measure reduces long-term pension liabilities while delivering immediate budget relief Springfield, IL – State Representative Morgan today advanced House Bill 5196 out of the House, to extend Illinois’ highly successful and bipartisan Accelerated Pension Benefit Program, commonly known as the “COLA Buyout Program”, …

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Rep. Morgan Passes Bill in House Establishing New Illinois Department of Disability Advocacy and Guardianship

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Springfield, IL – In a landmark step to strengthen protections for Illinoisans with disabilities, chief bill sponsor State Representative Bob Morgan passed House Bill 862 in the Illinois House of Representatives. Pending Senate passage, this bill establishes the Illinois Department of Disability Advocacy and Guardianship (DAG), transforming the existing Guardianship and Advocacy Commission from a …

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Rep. Morgan Passes Legislation to Extend Successful Pension COLA Buyout Program

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Springfield, IL – State Representative Morgan today advanced House Bill 5196 out of the House, to extend Illinois’ highly successful and bipartisan Accelerated Pension Benefit Program, commonly known as the “COLA Buyout Program”, for an additional two years, through June 30, 2028. “Extending the COLA Buyout Program is a fiscally responsible step that continues to …

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Rep. Morgan to Host Spring Legislative Town Hall in Deerfield

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State Representative Bob Morgan invites residents to join him for a Spring Legislative Town Hall on April 30 from 6:00–7:30 PM at the Village of Deerfield’s City Council Chambers, located at 850 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015. During the event, Rep. Morgan will provide an update on the current state of Illinois, discuss key legislation …

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Rep. Morgan’s ‘Junk Fee Ban Act’ Passes Illinois House with Full Support from Governor Pritzker, Attorney General Raoul, and Speaker Welch

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Springfield, IL – In a continued effort to combat rising costs, strengthen consumer protections, and promote transparency for shoppers across Illinois, House Bill 228, also known as the ‘Junk Fee Ban Act’, has successfully passed the Illinois House of Representatives with the full support of Governor J.B. Pritzker and Speaker Chris “Emmanuel” Welch, who serves …

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