Guzmán champions initiative increasing access to youth sports programs

MEXICALI, MAY 7, 2025.- “It is time to stop seeing sport as a luxury for a few and to assume it as what it is: a transformative tool for the well-being of all,” emphasized Deputy Adrian Humberto Valle Ballesteros. This was pointed out by the Legislator of the Institutional Revolutionary Party, when he issued a position regarding an initiative presented in this matter, before the Plenary. “I go up to this rostrum,” he said, “to talk about a right…

Guzmán champions initiative increasing access to youth sports programs

SPRINGFIELD — To ensure all young people have access to equitable and robust youth sports programs, State Senator Graciela Guzmán is leading legislation that would create a commission on youth sports under the Department of Human Services.  “All children deserve the opportunity to play in a safe, supportive environment. However, without adequate or equitable investments, many young Illinoisans do not have those opportunities,” said Guzmán (D-Chi…