IDNR Accepting Applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) grants through February 16th. The federal funds are passed through the IDNR to local fire departments and training academies to help purchase essential equipment, including radios, fire hoses, wildland protective equipment, hand tools, and chainsaws. The funding also helps cover […]
Senator Erica Harriss: A look back at 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, I want to pause and say thank you. Thank you for trusting me to be your voice in Springfield and for sharing your stories, concerns, and hopes for our community. Serving you has been a great honor, and this past year has reminded me why our work matters so […]
Senator Erica Harriss to Host January Listening Sessions
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) will host a series of Listening Sessions in January to provide residents of the 56th District an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the Senator and share their concerns, ideas, and feedback. “Meeting directly with the people I serve is the best way to understand the issues that matter most […]
Senator Harriss Statement on newly signed Chicago Transit Bailout
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) has released the below statement following the signing of Senate Bill 2111 on Tuesday: “Taxpayers were promised Rebuild Illinois dollars would fix roads, bridges, and water systems- not bail out Chicago. Today’s transit bill breaks that promise. “Metro East families sit in traffic on crumbling roads while Springfield raids […]
Senator Harriss’ Share the Warmth Drive Delivers Warmth to Riverbend Families
Thanks to the incredible generosity of residents across the 56th District, State Senator Erica Harriss’ annual Share the Warmth Drive has wrapped up as a great success! Donations collected over the month were delivered this week to Riverbend Family Ministries, helping local families stay cozy and cared for this winter. “This year’s Share the Warmth […]
Senator Erica Harriss Named 2025 Prairie State Policy Champion
State Senator Erica Harriss has been named a 2025 Prairie State Policy Champion by the Americans for Prosperity Illinois Chapter (AFP-IL), recognizing her leadership on lower taxes, educational freedoms, and policies that make Illinois a stronger, more prosperous state. “I am deeply honored to be named a Prairie State Policy Champion,” said Senator Harriss. “When I […]
Senator Harriss statement on the shooting of a Granite City Police Officer
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) has released the below statement following the officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon in Granite City: “The attack on a Granite City police officer Friday afternoon is a stark reminder of the danger our officers face every single day. I am grateful the officer is currently stable after surgery, and my […]
Blast Furnace B Reignites: Senator Harriss and Representative Elik Call It a Christmas Miracle
State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) have released the joint statement below following Thursday’s announcement to refire Blast Furnace B at Granite City Works: “Today’s news that Granite City Works will restart Blast Furnace B is the best possible news for the community, the workforce, and the global steel […]
Blast Furnace B Reignites: Senator Harriss and Representative Elik Call It a Christmas Miracle
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik have released the joint statement below following Thursday’s announcement to refire Blast Furnace B at Granite City Works: “Today’s news that Granite City Works will restart Blast Furnace B is the best possible news for the community, the workforce, and the global steel market. For months, […]
Senator Harriss and Meridian Illinois Host Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in Collinsville
State Senator Erica Harriss teamed up with Meridian of Illinois to support local residents this holiday season by distributing 100 free Thanksgiving turkeys to the Collinsville Food Pantry on Thursday. “Our goal is to make sure everyone in the 56th District has access to a nutritious meal this Thanksgiving,” said Senator Harriss. “Partnering with Meridian and […]