![State Rep. Lisa Hernandez (D, left) receives a hug from Republican State Rep. Margo McDermed after the Illinois House votes to override Gov. Rauner's veto on the Voices Act on Nov. 28.](https://will.illinois.edu/images/uploads/51429/img_5049__medium.jpg)
Immigrants Get Their “Voice”: Illinois House Overrides Voices Act Veto
The Illinois legislature has approved the so-called Voices Act, overriding a veto from Governor Bruce Rauner. It's aimed at helping certain immigrants obtain special visas.
The Illinois legislature has approved the so-called Voices Act, overriding a veto from Governor Bruce Rauner. It's aimed at helping certain immigrants obtain special visas.
Illinois state senators approved a measure Wednesday aimed at helping immigrants who are victims of criminal activity. It was vetoed earlier this year by Governor Bruce Rauner.