Senator Erica Harriss Secures $330,000 for New Maryville Village Ambulance
A new ambulance is now serving the residents of Maryville thanks to a $330,000 state investment secured through the advocacy of State Senator Erica Harriss. Senator Harriss joined local officials, first responders, and community members Wednesday for the Maryville Village Fire Department’s Ambulance Commissioning and Push-In Ceremony, celebrating the department’s newest addition to its emergency […]
Senator Harriss Announces Winner of America 250 Student Art Contest
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is proud to announce that Bethany Jean Cook of Wood River is the winner of her America 250 Student Art Contest, held in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. The contest invited students in 1st through 8th grade from across the 56th Senate District to create […]
Illinois Families Deserve Relief, Not Another Record Budget
When the General Assembly adjourned for the spring just before 5am on June 1, Illinois taxpayers were left with another record-breaking state budget, but very little relief from the high costs they face every day. Across the Metro East, the conversations I have with constituents are remarkably consistent. Families are paying more for groceries, housing, […]
Several New Laws Taking Effect on July 1
While most new laws in Illinois take effect on January 1, some measures are scheduled to align with the start of the state’s fiscal year on July 1. When the calendar turned to July 1 this year, 19 new laws took effect (18 from the 104th General Assembly and 1 from the 103rd General Assembly). Additionally, two […]
Senator Harriss and Representative Elik Welcome Hundreds of Families to Annual Granite City Kids Fair
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik recently welcomed hundreds of children and their families from across the Metro East to their annual Kids Fair in Granite City on Saturday. “Our Kids Fair continues to grow each year because families appreciate having a place where they can learn about services available to their children […]
Senator Erica Harriss Helps Secure $100,000 State Grant for New Madison County ETSB Facility
State Senator Erica Harriss is proud to announce a $100,000 state grant to assist Madison County with the acquisition of a new facility that will support operations of the Madison County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB). “Supporting our 911 system and emergency communications network is one of the most important investments we can make in […]
Join Sen. Erica Harriss and Rep. Amy Elik in Pontoon Beach for a FREE Shred Day
State Senator Erica Harriss and State Representative Amy Elik are offering a FREE Shred Day in Pontoon Beach! Paper documents will be accepted for safe and secure destruction. Cardboard boxes used to transport documents will be returned to each person. The shredding company will accept a maximum of three bankers’ boxes per person. “One of […]
Plummer and Harriss Draw Standing-Room-Only Crowd for End of Session Town Hall in Edwardsville
State Senators Jason Plummer and State Senator Erica Harriss welcomed a standing-room-only crowd to their End of Session Town Hall on June 16 at the Edwardsville Gun Club, where residents gathered to hear an update on the recently concluded spring legislative session. “People are frustrated, and they have every right to be,” said Senator Jason […]
Senator Harriss and Representative Elik to host FREE Kids Fair This Weekend in Granite City
State Senator Erica Harriss and Representative Amy Elik invite families from across the Metro East to attend the FREE Kids Fair on Saturday at The Mill in Granite City from 9:30 a.m. to noon. This fun-filled community event will feature a variety of activities for children and families, including touch-a-truck, face painting, a foam party, […]
Senator Harriss and Senator Plummer to host End of Session Town Hall
State Senators Jason Plummer and Erica Harriss will host an End of Session Town Hall in Edwardsville on June 16 to provide residents with an update on legislative activity from the 2026 spring session. The event will offer community members an opportunity to learn more about key issues addressed in Springfield and how recent legislative […]