Erica Harriss

ILLINOIS STATE SENATOR
56TH DISTRICT

Senator Harriss Appointed to Women in Technology Task Force

Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (41st-Downers Grove) has appointed Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) to serve on the state’s newly created Increasing Representation of Women in Technology Task Force. “Both as a small business owner and State Senator, Sen. Harriss has proven her commitment to increasing economic development in Illinois,” said Curran who co-sponsored […]

Senator Harriss and Meridian Illinois Host Turkey Giveaway for Metro East Families

State Senator Erica Harriss, in collaboration with Meridian Illinois, helped brighten the holiday season for local families by distributing 100 free Thanksgiving turkeys on Monday at the Crisis Food Center in Alton. “We are truly fortunate to partner with Meridian and the Crisis Food Center to ensure families across the 56th District can enjoy a […]

Senator Erica Harriss Honored as ‘Friend of Agriculture’ by Illinois Farm Bureau

State Senator Erica Harriss was joined by local farmers and the Madison County Farm Bureau on Friday as they presented her with a Friend of Agriculture award from the Illinois Farm Bureau. “I am honored to be recognized by our local farmers and the Illinois Farm Bureau with this award,” said Senator Harriss. “Our farming […]

Sen. Erica Harriss Hosts 56th District Mayors’ Roundtable to Address Community Issues

As part of her annual Mayors’ Roundtable series, State Senator Erica Harriss brought together more than a dozen mayors from across the 56th District Tuesday. “Each year, prior to the fall veto session, my office hosts a mayors’ roundtable event that allows mayors from across the district to meet under one roof and engage in collaborative […]

Sen. Harriss Gives High School Students an Inside Look at State Government

State Senator Erica Harriss welcomed 44 high school students to the Lewis and Clark Community College Campus Thursday for her annual Fall Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meeting. The event allows students to get a firsthand experience in the process of state government. “It’s great to see new and returning students at my Youth Advisory Council each […]

Senator Harriss honors local heroes for life-saving efforts

On Tuesday, during the City of Edwardsville’s city council meeting, Senator Harriss had the honor of presenting Official Senate Certificates to four incredibly brave individuals whose swift actions saved lives during an apartment building fire last month. Joined by Police Chief Mike Fillback and Fire Chief Brendan McKee, who also presented Citizen Commendation Awards, they […]

IDFPR Warns of Increased Scams Targeting Students

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) is making families with children who are currently attending or have attended college aware of an uptick in scams targeting those who have taken on student loans. Due to recent challenges to federal relief programs, scammers have taken this opportunity to attempt to scam students by […]

LIHEAP Applications Now Open for Winter Energy Assistance

With winter fast approaching, qualified Illinois residents are encouraged to take advantage of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households cover the cost of their energy bills. 💡 The application period is now open for priority groups, including senior citizens, households with disabled family members, […]

Senator Harriss announces October Traveling Office Hours

State Senator Erica Harriss and her legislative team will conduct a series of Traveling Office Hours this fall across the 56th District. Traveling Office Hours are a way for constituents across the district to seek help with any state government related issue they may have. “My office is standing by ready to help the constituents of […]