Citizen Action IL

We’re throwing a birthday party in Chicago, Peoria, and Carbondale all with the same message: Medicaid and Medicare have saved lives for 60 years and must be protected for generations to come! RSVP for any of the events at the link in our bio!

Illinois communities deserve transparency and accountability. That’s why we’re hosting this event — to unpack what’s really in the bill, break down how it impacts Illinois, and talk about how we fight back. RSVP now! mobilize.us/citizenactioni…

HB 3637, sponsored by Rep. Avelar and Sen. Villa, protects access to mifepristone in Illinois, ensuring people can get the safe, effective reproductive healthcare they need without unnecessary barriers. ⁠ See how your legislators voted on the Mifepristone Access bill in our bio!

We're fired up and ready to fight back for Illinoisans and their healthcare. Join us at one of our upcoming Healthcare is a Human Right Town Halls! RSVP in our bio!

We are proud to support the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation Act (RIFL), HB 3320/SB 2279, last session. Check out the full Op-Ed here: citizenaction-il.org/RIFLActOpEd

We joined allies across state lines for a powerful show of unity and resistance outside the Davenport offices of Rep. Miller-Meeks and Sen. Ernst. 1000+ constituents signed petitions condemning their votes in favor of the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” Their offices? Closed.

After voting to pass Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," Illinois U.S. Congressmembers who voted in support of it had this to say to their constituents. We won't for a second, let Rep. Bost, Miller, and LaHood forget about the harm this bill will have on Illinois working families.

We've shared with you our 2025 Legislative Scorecard! But let's take a closer look 👀 at a specific bill that passed both chambers in Springfield. ⁠ ⁠ See how your legislators voted on the Safe at Home Act here: citizenaction-il.org/scorecard

Our fight for working families continues. No state line can shield us from the impact the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' will have on our neighbors. Join us and our friends at Iowa Citizen Action Network, Fairness for Iowa, and Operation Swing State for a rally on Tuesday!

Illinoisans are going to pay the price. This fight isn't over.

Yesterday, we joined Indivisible Shawnee in Murphysboro, IL to hand deliver petitions from Rep. Mike Bost's own constituents calling on him to oppose any cuts to Medicaid and SNAP in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill.' CALL Rep. Bost TODAY 📞 (202) 224-3121

If I had a billion dollars, with executive director of @CitizenActionIL Anusha Thotakora

Today, the Senate passed Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' by a vote of 51-50. This bill will hurt Americans and Illinoisans alike. As the bill heads back to the House, we demand Illinois Rep. Bost, LaHood, and Miller KILL THE BILL! Call the Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121

HB 3247, sponsored by Rep. Lilian Jimenéz and Sen. Karina Villa, protects students and families from discrimination based on immigration status! See how your legislators voted on the Safe Schools for All Act by visiting: citizenaction-il.org/scorecard @icirr

Hundreds of Rep. Mike Bost's constituents have signed petitions calling on him to protect Medicaid and SNAP. JOIN US as we hand-deliver these petitions to Congressman Bost's Murphysboro office on Tuesday, July 1 📣 >> mobilize.us/citizenactioni…

Join us & Fair Share America for the 'Stop the Billionaire Giveaway Bus Tour' this Saturday in Rockford, IL as we fight for a fair tax system that puts people over profits. 🍦📣 🗓️ Wednesday, June 26 📍 Davis Park, Rockford, IL 🕐 1:00–2:00 PM RSVP: mobilize.us/citizenactioni…

Saturday, June 28th, Fair Share America will bring the “Stop the Billionaire Giveaway” national bus tour to Chicago to highlight the devastating impact of the GOP’s budget and tax proposal on Illinois’ families, communities and economy! Sign up here: mobilize.us/citizenactioni…

Exciting news! 🎉 Citizen Action just released their 2025 State Legislative Scorecard! The annual scorecard tracks key votes from the legislative session in areas that are considered very important facets of a progressive agenda: 🏥 Healthcare affordability 🦺 Worker and…

Exciting news! 🎉 We just released our 2025 State Legislative Scorecard! These legislators earned a perfect 100% on our 2025 Scorecard, showing real leadership and standing up to the regressive Trump-aligned agenda! Our full scorecard can be found here: citizenaction-il.org/scorecard

Thousands of LaHood's constituents have signed petitions calling on him to protect Medicaid and SNAP, not slash them to fund tax breaks for billionaires. JOIN US as we hand-deliver these petitions to Congressman LaHood’s Rockford office. RSVP: mobilize.us/citizenactioni…