Husband, Dad, State Rep, IL-7th, 70th Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. The first Black lawmaker to serve as Speaker in Illinois history.
As the 103rd General Assembly begins, we proudly represent the diverse population of the greatest state in the union. We will continue our tireless fight for liberty and justice for ALL. Together we can build a brighter, better, more equitable Illinois.
The Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago is a destination point for people all over the world. That is why I was honored to join the elected officials and business leaders for the Magnificent Mile Association’s Inaugural Legislative Reception at the new residences at Tribune
Thank you to all who answer the call. Today is dedicated to the incredible Illinois police, fire, EMS, and dispatch who make our communities safer every day.
#NationalFirstRespondersDay
Speaker Chris Welch has decided on a new budget director after Endra Curry surprisingly left the job this month after less than a year on the job. Welch is bringing in a former analyst who also has experience on the lobbying side
#twill
The time has come once again for my annual Senior and Veteran Resource Fair! This is one of my favorite events of the year because it is an opportunity to give back to those who have given so much to us.
Join us November 9 for free resources, vendors, bingo, lunch and more.
Happy birthday,
@VP
Kamala Harris! Every day, you lead our nation forward with compassion and integrity. Thank you for all you do on behalf of the people.
#TeamIllinois
made a lasting impact in Japan: strengthening relationships, sharing best practices with industry counterparts, and fostering new opportunities for economic growth. 🎌 Some highlights from the productive week include:
Traveling with
@GovPritzker
in Japan has been an exhausting but rewarding experience. Months of work goes into setting up 4 days packed with meetings. Watching the Governor, along with
@SpeakerWelchIL
and
@DonHarmonIL
, make the Illinois pitch has been tremendous.
Another successful day for the Illinois delegation in Japan. 🌏 🗼
The team engaged in another round of productive conversations to build new connections with Japanese companies, emphasizing Illinois' premier position as a global business powerhouse.
#BeinIllinois
Thankful to Ambassador Rahm Emanuel for welcoming the 2024 Gubernatorial Trade Mission Delegation to the Ambassador’s residence this week in Tokyo. The respect that the Japanese government and business community has for Ambassador Emanuel was transferred to our delegation all