“As expected, given the challenges of COVID-19 and the accompanying job loss and business disruption, this year’s budget requires hard decisions by the legislature and the governor. As the governor said, we must always be grounded by equity and empathy.”
Read MoreSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Today, Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch announced the final list of committee assignments for House Democratic members. Consistent with the Speaker's desire for quick action, the Democratic leadership team worked diligently to craft a diverse roster of committees primed to move quickly on the range of issues facing the state.
Read MoreSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Yesterday, the Illinois House of Representatives adopted rules for the 102nd General Assembly based on a package proposed by Leader Harris and a working group convened earlier in the session. These rules allow for remote legislating so House committees can continue hearings and mark-ups with safety and health top-of-mind. These new rules also align with Speaker Welch’s intention to offer reforms that allow for more transparent legislative processes.
Read More(CHICAGO) – Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Cook County Health System CEO Israel Rocha announced today that Cook County will open a vaccine administration site at Triton College beginning Wednesday, February 3, 2021 to continue vaccinations for individuals eligible under 1b.
Read MoreSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch today announced the committees and chairpersons of the 102nd General Assembly, including six new committees to work on pressing priorities facing Illinois residents during this time of crises.
Read MoreSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch announced the members of his House Democratic leadership team Thursday, including state Reps. Jehan Gordon-Booth, Robyn Gabel, Jaime M. Andrade, Jr., and Jay Hoffman.
Read MoreDear Neighbor,
This week, as I prepared to take the oath of office for my fifth term as a state representative and fought to pass several measures to advance justice and equality for all, I was chosen by my Democratic colleagues to serve as our nominee for Speaker of the House. On Wednesday afternoon, I was elected as the Speaker by the full House of Representatives for the 102nd General Assembly. I am grateful to have the privilege of representing you in Springfield and I am honored that my colleagues have trusted me to lead the work of the House of Representatives.
Read MoreI am honored to be called upon my colleagues from the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus to put my name in for consideration. This historic moment in Illinois and across the country calls for new representation and unity of democratic beliefs. I want to thank Speaker Madigan for his leadership - it has been a challenging year for us all but I am grateful for his commitment to serving the public.
Read MoreSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch, D-Hillside issued the following statement ahead of the Illinois General Assembly convening for the first time since the spring of 2020:
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