Senator Harriss reacts to audit of state’s broken unemployment system
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the release of a recent audit of the Illinois Department of Employment Security in which an estimated $5.24 billion was made in unemployment overpayments: “Since taking office, I have been a strong advocate for the taxpayer and the recent audit findings of IDES are extremely alarming […]
ISP Submits Entry for America’s Best Looking Cruiser Contest
The American Association of State Troopers (AAST) is conducting its 10th annual “Best Looking Cruiser” contest. Started as a friendly competition between state agencies, this contest features picture submissions from 45 states depicting each of the state’s police cruisers in their natural habitats. The Illinois State Police entry is shown resting beneath a picturesque statue […]
Senator Harriss hosts successful Edwardsville District Office Open House
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) welcomed constituents through the doors of her new Edwardsville District Office as a part of an open house event held Tuesday in the downtown district. “We had a great turnout, and it was great seeing so many new faces and familiar ones as well as we welcomed them to […]
Senator Harriss releases statement following SAFE-T Act court ruling
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the Illinois Supreme Court’s 5-2 decision to uphold the controversial no-cash bail provisions of SAFE-T Act: “Today’s ruling is not only concerning for our law enforcement community and criminal justice system, but even more so for public safety. This Act limits our judges from using […]
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 […]