March 17, 2022June 10, 2022NASW-IL Advocacy at Work: Gov. Signs HB 4797 Expanding Telehealth Services for Students In the News by staff “Accessible and affordable mental health care, including ongoing therapy for Illinois residents and non-residents alike, must continue to be among the top legislative priorities in Illinois. Social workers and their patients shouldn’t have to be restricted by state boundaries when providing and participating in services,” said State Representative Lindsey LaPointe. “I am pleased to have championed this bill alongside my colleague Senator Karina Villa and the National Association of Social Workers, Illinois Chapter.”