Senator Harriss Champions Resolution Honoring Higher Ed Retirees
Fresh off the 2025 Spring Legislative Session, State Senator Erica Harriss proudly presented Senate Resolution 112, honoring members of the State Universities Retirement System (SURS) and the State Universities Annuitants Association (SUAA) at an appreciation event today. “Our teachers play a vital role in shaping the lives of students—not just in the classroom, but throughout […]
Senator Harriss Releases Joint Statement on FY26 Budget and New $1.50 Delivery Fee for Chicago Transit
Senator Harriss Releases Joint Statement on FY26 Budget and New $1.50 Delivery Fee for Chicago Transit: “Illinois families are already feeling the pinch, and this budget only makes things worse. It adds nearly a billion dollars in new taxes. Worst yet, another bill adds a $1.50 delivery service fee to fund Chicago Transit, without offering […]
Senator Erica Harriss Announces $12.1 Million to Enhance Local Transportation Projects
State Senator Erica Harriss is pleased to announce that more than $12.1 million in funding through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) has been awarded to support key infrastructure projects across the 56th Senate District. “Investing in local infrastructure is essential to improving quality of life for families in the Metro East,” said Senator Harriss. […]
New Laws from Senator Harriss Address Roxana Landfill Issues Cited in Attorney General’s Recent Complaint
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following the recent complaint from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency against the operators of the Roxana Landfill: “As a result of countless conversations with community leaders and residents, I introduced and passed legislation last year that directly addresses many of the […]
Senator Harriss: School Mascot Ban Stalls in the Senate
State Senator Erica Harriss is pleased to announce that House Bill 1237, the proposed School Mascot Ban, has failed to advance in the Illinois Senate following Friday’s Senate committee procedural deadline for moving House bills out of committee. “This is a great win for schools across Illinois that were faced with the uncertainty of having […]
Senator Erica Harriss Announces Over $17,000 in Library Grants
State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is proud to announce that more than $17,000 in state-funded library grants have been awarded to public school libraries throughout the 56th Senate District. These grants aim to enhance educational and research opportunities for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. “This funding is a direct investment in our students’ […]
Students Get a Front-Row Seat to Democracy at Senator Harriss’ Youth Advisory Council
State Senator Erica Harriss welcomed more than 50 high school students and educators to Springfield this month as part of her Spring Youth Advisory Council (YAC). “Each year, students from high schools throughout the district are nominated by their schools to visit Springfield and get an up-close look at how state government operates,” said Senator […]
Senator Harriss Hosts 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive to Support Local Families in Need
In recognition of Mother’s Day and the essential needs of families in the Metro East, State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is proud to announce the launch of her 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Diaper Drive, taking place from April 14 to May 9, 2025. The drive aims to collect essential childcare items for local mothers […]
Illinois Senators present legislative package to make childcare more affordable and accessible for Illinois families
Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (41st–Downers Grove), alongside State Senator Erica Harriss (56th–Glen Carbon) and State Senator Darby Hills (26th–Barrington Hills), today unveiled their legislative package to make childcare more affordable for Illinois families and businesses. “Investing in childcare is investing in Illinois families and businesses,” said Curran. “Our legislative package is a holistic […]
Senator Harriss hosts successful Community Shred Event and Clean Up Day
State Senator Erica Harriss held her annual Free Community Shred Event and Clean-Up Day on Saturday at the Wood River Police Department. More than 150 cars attended this year’s event, despite the cold and rainy weather. Residents from across the 56th District were able to confidentially shred unwanted documents and donate items to local charities. […]