National S.T.E.M. / S.T.E.A.M. Day calls for the advancement of education in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. These are critical areas in any child’s education and…

We had a number of students, parents, and educators in the Statehouse today fighting for the Invest in Kids Scholarship. I will be sharing some of their testimonies – directly…

ILLINOIS – Last year, a heartwarming number of 1,939 Illinois children found their forever homes with loving families. However, today, there are still 19,835 young souls in the system eagerly…

WHEATON – A successful Breakfast Legislative Roundtable this morning with the school districts of the 47th District! ? At this multi-school district legislative roundtable, we discussed a variety of challenges…

A few pictures from my trip to Washington D.C. We have a beautiful capital city!

Fact #1: Stroke Kills Brain CellsStroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a clot or rupture interrupts the blood flow to the brain. Without the presence of oxygen-rich blood,…

ILLINOIS – I urge you to take a moment today to express your deepest gratitude to the heroes serving our area each day – our police officers, firefighters, EMS crews,…

SPRINGFIELD – I’m beyond proud of the students who traveled to Springfield this week to voice their support for the Invest in Kids Scholarship program. Lawmakers have no good excuse…

The leaves have turned and the fall season is officially upon us. That means we are now entering one of the most important times of the year for our neighbors…

SPRINGFIELD – We are back in Springfield for veto session and extending the Invest in Kids Scholarship is at the top of my agenda. I want you to share a…