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 […]
Senator Harriss releases statement following Gardner’s resignation announcement
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the following statement following the resignation announcement of St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner: “The resignation of St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is good news for the constituents I represent in Illinois who work and frequently visit the city. They deserve to be able to enjoy St. Louis […]
Sen. Harriss releases statement following ComEd trial verdict
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the following statement following the multiple guilty verdicts in the ComEd bribery trial: “While it’s already widely known, this case demonstrates just how corrupt the system is here in Illinois. While I’m encouraged by the guilty verdicts, there is still a long way to go to reform the system that […]
Sen. Harriss to host online Back to Business Grant webinar
Partnering with DCEO to ensure local business owners receive recovery funds State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) is seeking to help local businesses receive recovery funding through a state grant program implemented to help those greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Senator Harriss is partnering with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) […]