State Representative Justin Cochran

10/23/2026

October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, where we acknowledge our shared role in supporting and uplifting survivors and educating our communities on how to identify the warning signs of domestic violence.

10/22/2026

Join us on Monday, November 16th, at the Des Plaines Library for I-Cash hours with the treasurer's office! Check whether you have unclaimed property with the state and get help filing a claim.

10/21/2026

10/19/2026

This October marks the first Illinois Disability History Month.

In Illinois, House Dems have made great strides to protect and expand the rights of people living with disabilities throughout our state.

We've passed the Dignity in Pay Act to ensure workers of all abilities receive minimum wages. We've improved the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program so parents can start saving for home adaptations and other needs as soon as their child receives a disability diagnosis. Under Sami's Law, all public buildings will now include a mobile changing table within an accessible stall for children and adults with disabilities or mobility issues. And, we're ensuring safer interactions between neurodivergent drivers and law enforcement by launching our state-wide Blue Envelope Program next year.

I'm proud of the progress we've made and I'm determined to continue fighting for equity and accessibility.

10/16/2026

During Museums & Galleries Month, we celebrate the world-class museums across Illinois! These institutions serve vital roles in their communities, not just for education, but also as third spaces where communities can come together.

You can celebrate with my office’s free museum pass program here: https://forms.gle/YkoPvVfed1rkdm3n7

10/14/2026

The incident that occurred over the weekend is deplorable. Hate of any kind is not welcome in our community. Read more in my statement below.

Read the reporting for more details here: https://www.dailyherald.com/20261013/crime/police-des-plaines-man-threatened-muslim-women-at-park-made-bigoted-remarks/

09/17/2026

Even though we started the event late due to weather, we filled the truck! If you were unable to make this event, keep an eye on our socials for the next recycling event!