SPRINGFIELD, IL – As the Illinois State Senate Judiciary Committee advanced critical legislation to curb junk fees and lower costs for working families, Erion Malasi, Economic Security Illinois Action Director of Policy and Advocacy released the following statement: 

“Economic Security Illinois Action is thrilled to see critical legislation move forward that will curb hidden junk fees and protect Illinoisans. This legislation captures months of hard work with dozens of stakeholders to ensure consumers get a fair shot while businesses can continue to operate in familiar ways. We’re grateful to the Senate Judiciary Committee for advancing this bill and urge the full Senate to take action on legislation that will help lower costs for working families.”