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  • 2011 End of Session Wrap Up

    June 30th, 2011

    Now that the Springfield legislative session is over, I wanted to share with you a few items I have been proud to have accomplished so far this year. While the task has been daunting, I have been committed to fighting for our community, our families, and our values. When I ran to be your Representative [...]

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  • Spring Listening Tour and Community Survey

    April 16th, 2011

    My office has recently commenced the “Spring Listening Tour” in an effort to make myself even more available to constituents and the community at large. On Saturdays that I am not in session, you will be able to find me at public facilities in the 18th District where you are encouraged to talk to me [...]

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  • Veto Session Update

    January 17th, 2011

    I would like to update you on the work of the General Assembly in Springfield during the fall and winter “veto session.” The State of Illinois is facing a severe financial crisis which has caused suffering throughout the state. Social service agencies that serve the elderly and people with disabilities are facing closure, schools are threatening drastic [...]

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