Senator Harriss to Host ICASH Event in East Alton Thursday
State Senator Erica Harriss has teamed up with the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office to host an ICASH event this Thursday at the East Alton Municipal Building. Constituents are encouraged to stop by to check if they are owed unclaimed property and receive assistance filing a claim. ICASH Event Details Who: Senator Erica Harriss; Illinois State […]
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Senator Harriss to Host ICASH Event in Maryville
State Senator Erica Harriss has teamed up with the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office to host an ICASH event this Thursday at the Maryville Community Library. Constituents are encouraged to stop by to check if they are owed unclaimed property and receive assistance filing a claim. ICASH Event Details Who: Senator Erica Harriss; Illinois State Treasurer’s […]
Senator Harriss and Representative Elik Host Successful Kids Fair in Granite City
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik welcomed hundreds of children and their families from across the Metro East to their annual Kids Fair, hosted in Granite City. “This event is a one-stop shop for families to connect with important local and state resources for their children,” said Senator Harriss. “Parents can get […]
Harriss and Elik Join Lawsuit to Fight for Transparency in Illinois Lawmaking Process
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th–Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (111th–Alton) are demanding accountability and transparency in state government following the adjournment of the spring legislative session in which Democratic lawmakers routinely ignored constitutional requirements. Last week, Republican members of the Illinois House and Senate filed a lawsuit in Sangamon County Circuit Court to […]
Sen. Harriss & Rep. Elik to host FREE Kids Fair Event
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik have partnered to host a FREE Kids Fair Event this weekend. The event will feature free resources for parents and their children, free vison/hearing tests, face painting, food, touch-a-truck, a foam party, and so much more! When: Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 9:00AM to 12PM Where: The Mill […]
Senators Harriss and Plummer to host End of Session Town Hall
State Senator Jason Plummer and State Senator Erica Harriss will host an End of Session Town Hall Event to discuss measures passed during the recent Spring Session. The event will take place at the Edwardsville Gun Club at 4104 Staunton Road on Tuesday, June 24, from 6:30PM-7:30PM. This is a state event and political activity […]
Senator Harriss reacts to former House Speaker Michael Madigan sentencing
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the sentencing of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan: “Today’s sentencing of former Speaker Michael Madigan makes it clear that no one is above the law. For years, Madigan abused his position for political gain, undermining public trust in our state government,” said Senator Harris. […]
Senator Harriss Champions Resolution Honoring Higher Ed Retirees
Fresh off the 2025 Spring Legislative Session, State Senator Erica Harriss proudly presented Senate Resolution 112, honoring members of the State Universities Retirement System (SURS) and the State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) at an appreciation event today. “Our teachers play a vital role in shaping the lives of students—not just in the classroom, but throughout […]
Senator Harriss Releases Joint Statement on FY26 Budget and New $1.50 Delivery Fee for Chicago Transit
Senator Harriss Releases Joint Statement on FY26 Budget and New $1.50 Delivery Fee for Chicago Transit: “Illinois families are already feeling the pinch, and this budget only makes things worse. It adds nearly a billion dollars in new taxes. Worst yet, another bill adds a $1.50 delivery service fee to fund Chicago Transit, without offering […]