Policy
See the list below to learn about legislation Alderperson Jessie Fuentes has sponsored and championed in City Council.
From labor rights to community safety, the ordinances and resolutions listed here reflect her commitment to equity and advancing a brighter future for our ward and city.
One Fair Wage
Chief Sponsor
Phases out subminimum wages, offering the full minimum wage with tips on top for every tipped-worker in the city.
Passed on: 10/6/2023
Work Permits For All
Chief Sponsor
Calls on the federal government to grant Parole in Place status and issue work permits to new migrants and the 11 million undocumented workers in the U.S.
Passed on: 12/13/2023
Peace Book
Chief Sponsor
Seeks to establish Neighborhood and City-Wide Peace Commissions to implement initiatives for peacekeeper activities.
Status: Introduced 9/14/2023
Paid Time Off
Supporter
Guarantees Chicago employees at least 5 days (40 hours) of paid sick/safe leave per year and at least 5 days (40 hours) of regular paid time off per year
Passed on: 11/15/2023
Food Sovereignty in Puerto Rico
Chief Sponsor
Supports the allocation of Federal Nutrition Assistance Program funds for locally grown produce in Puerto Rico.
Passed on: 7/19/2023
Clarifying Tax Code in Puerto Rico
Chief Sponsor
Urges the U.S. Congress to clarify U.S. Tax Code to prevent misuse of Puerto Rican tax incentives and negative economic impacts on the people of Puerto Rico.
Passed on: 1/24/2024
Self Determination for Puerto Rico
Chief Sponsor
Expression support for the right of self-determination for the people of Puerto Rico, opposition to the Puerto Rico Status Act, and endorsement of the Puerto Rico Self-Determination Act.
Passed on: 5/22/2024
Resolutions & Commemorations
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This resolution commemorates the accomplishments of Hall of Fame Boxer Wilfredo Benitez.
At the age of just 17, Wilfred Benitez became the youngest world champion in the history of professional boxing on March 6, 1976. To this day he still holds the Guinness World Record for the youngest boxing world champion.
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In celebration of Women’s History Month, this resolution recognizes the contributions of Latinas in the State of Illinois.
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This resolution congratulates La Bruquena Restaurant and owners Roberto Miguel Tanon and Zoraida Rivera Tanon on their 35th anniversary and thanks them for all of their contributions to the 26th Ward community.
