We’re leading the fight to win real victories for people and the planet.
We’re building a people’s movement.
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dismantling systemic inequalities
We envision a society where justice, equality, and the well-being of all people and the planet take precedence over the interests of corporations and the wealthy elite.
OUR WORK
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A People’s Lobby Initiative
Environmental Justice
We all deserve a clean, healthy environment. We’re focusing on winning a bright climate future for Illinois in a way that protects our environment and gets everybody where we need to go.
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A People’s Lobby Initiative
Health Care
Health care is a human right! The People’s Lobby believes that nobody should go broke because they’re sick, and nobody should get sick because they can’t afford care.
OUR VICTORIES
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2025 Victory Snapshot
As we close out 2025, The People’s Lobby has so much to celebrate. This year proved once again that when we fight together, we win—and we’re building the lasting change our communities deserve.
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Funding the Transit We Need and Deserve with the NITA Act
The Northern Illinois Transit Authority will transform the future of transit in the Chicago region. Learn how our organizing helped make it happen.
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Expanding Coverage for Mental Health Care with HB1085
House Bill 1085 will expand access to mental health care for millions of people in our state. Learn how our organizing helped make it happen.
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Forcing Private Insurers to Cover Mental Health Care
After winning the passage of HB1085, which will raise insurance reimbursement rates for therapists, advocates continue to build power to get people with private insurance the care they pay for. At a press conference on February 9, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe and State Sen. Karina Villa united with mental health practitioners and patients to force…
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