Sen. Harriss announces winner of Hometown Spotlight Art Contest
State Senator Erica Harriss is pleased to announce the winner of her 1st Annual Hometown Spotlight Art Contest! Janet Pursell of Collinsville was this year’s winner after submitting a beautifully drawn picture of the Glen Carbon Covered Bridge. “We are thankful for the people who took the time to submit artwork for this year’s contest,” said […]
Senator Harriss reacts to passing of FY2025 state budget
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the passage of the state budget: “We have a responsibility to be prudent stewards of taxpayer dollars, and this budget fails our hard-working residents. In these challenging times, this budget places unnecessary tax hikes on our state’s residents and businesses, potentially damaging our economy and stifling […]
Senator Harriss & Representative Elik jointly pass bipartisan package of bills
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik are proud to announce the passage of several pieces of legislation with bipartisan support for the 2024 spring legislative session. “I am thrilled to have passed several key pieces of legislation that I truly think can make a positive impact for the people of our state and […]
Sen. Harriss reacts to Illinois court’s decision to halt newly passed partisan election law
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following a Sangamon County judges temporary injunction blocking the controversial election law rammed through by the Majority Party earlier this month: “The residents of our state deserve free and fair elections, and today’s ruling is a positive step towards ensuring that,” said Senator Erica Harriss. “It is […]
Harriss, Keicher Bill Supporting Underage Trafficking Victims Ready for Gov’s Signature
On Thursday, legislation carried by State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Jeff Keicher to help child victims of human trafficking heal and move on with their lives following their trauma unanimously passed the Senate. Having previously passed the House unanimously, House Bill 5465 will now advance to the Governor’s desk for further consideration. House Bill 5465 builds […]
Roadside Trash Problem Headed for the Dump as Harriss, Keicher Bill Heads to Gov’s Desk
The sight of trash blowing off waste-hauling trucks headed to landfills has become an all-too-common sight. Besides the unsightly nature of blowing trash, it has raised safety and environmental concerns for many communities, as well as caused damage to farmers’ operations and their fields. State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Jeff Keicher have joined […]
Senator Harriss releases statement on last-minute, partisan election rewrite bill
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement regarding passage of Senate Bill 2412 and the new language threatening the slating power of election candidates: “Illinois deserves elected officials who are open and honest with the public. This last-minute ploy to jam Senate Bill 2412 through in 24 hours, rewriting our election laws in […]
Senator Harriss to hold May traveling office hours
Continuing her outreach efforts to area constituents, State Senator Erica Harriss will wrap up her spring series of traveling office hours across the 56th District beginning Wednesday, May 1 through Tuesday, May 7, 2024. “I want to thank everyone who has taken the time over the last few months to attend my traveling office hours around the district,” […]
Sen. Harriss takes part in Community Shred Event and Clean Up Day
State Senator Erica Harriss recently partnered with the City of Wood River and the Wood River Police Department to welcome more than 200 carloads to this year’s Community Shred Event and Clean Up Day. “I want to thank everyone who came out and supported our great event,” said Senator Harriss. “Thanks to the warmer weather and […]
Sen. Harriss passes legislation to increase transparency regarding property taxes
State Senator Erica Harriss has passed bipartisan legislation to increase transparency for local units of government proposing changes to their tax levy. “I came to Springfield with taxes at the forefront of my mind,” said Senator Harriss. “This bill is about increasing transparency by making these notices easier to locate for residents on government websites.” Under […]