Senator Harriss announces billion-dollar transportation improvement plan for 56th District
State Senator Erica Harriss is pleased to announce more than $1.3 billion in highway improvement projects could soon make their way to the 56th District as a part of a newly announced transportation improvement plan by the state on Friday. “Infrastructure is the backbone of our communities and it’s important we continue investing in critical […]
Senator Harriss to begin traveling office hours
State Senator Erica Harriss will be extending her office throughout parts of the 56th District to better serve the constituents by hosting traveling office hours. “This is a great way for my team to assist you with a wide variety of services, including navigating state agencies, and connecting you with available resources on any state […]
Governor Signs Sen. Harriss and Rep. Elik Legislation Into Law
Three bills sponsored by State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (111th-Alton) and were signed into law by Governor Pritzker. The Metro East lawmakers’ legislation was included in ninety bills recently signed into law. Rep. Amy Elik and Sen. Erica Harriss’ legislation signed into law by Governor Pritzker includes honoring Constitution […]
Harriss Legislation to Help Human Trafficking Victims Now Law
On Friday, bipartisan legislation by State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) to help victims of human trafficking pursue a normal life after their trauma was signed into law by Governor Pritzker. House Bill 2418 creates a pathway to expunge criminal records for victims of human trafficking as they seek […]
Senator Harriss statement on budget
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the Senate passage of the state’s FY24 budget plan: “While I was hopeful Republican representation at this year’s budget negotiations would be more promising for the residents of Illinois, the Majority Party missed important opportunities to fully fund our developmentally disabled community and bring much-needed relief […]
Senator Harriss and Senator Plummer host end of session townhall
State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) and State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) will host an End of Session Town Hall event at the Edwardsville Gun Club on Tuesday, May 30. “Since being elected, I have always been committed to keeping my friends and neighbors up to date on what is happening in Springfield. As their […]
Sen. Harriss and Sen. Plummer release statement on passage of Metro East Sanitary Legislation
State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) and State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) have released the following statement following the Senate’s passage of House Bill 476 which allows appointed part time commissioners of the Metro East Sanitary District the ability to give themselves fulltime benefits: “The Metro East Sanitary District has unfortunately long been a magnet […]
Senator Harriss applauds reinstatement of Blue Collar Jobs Act
State Senator Erica Harriss is applauding the reinstatement of the Blue Collar Jobs Act, which seeks to bring good-paying jobs to Illinois through a series of income tax credits for qualified capital investments in the construction of new or improved property. The Blue Collar Jobs Act was originally signed into law as part of the bipartisan […]
Senator Harriss passes bill to address teacher shortage
State Senator Erica Harriss has passed a bill that could help alleviate the teacher shortage across the state by providing flexibility and incentives for established educators. “Our teachers are incredibly important and with the teacher shortage still a persistent and serious issue across our state, we must look at collaborative ways to address the issue,” said […]
Senator Harriss passes first bill through legislative process
Sen. Harriss/Rep. Elik advance bill for schools to recognize Constitution Day Bill marks first legislation passed by Senator Harriss Schools across the state may soon start observing Constitution Day in Illinois through newly passed legislation on its way to the Governor’s desk. House Bill 1273, carried by Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and Representative Amy […]