Sen. Harriss and Sen. Plummer release statement on passage of Metro East Sanitary Legislation
State Senator Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) and State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) have released the following statement following the Senate’s passage of House Bill 476 which allows appointed part time commissioners of the Metro East Sanitary District the ability to give themselves fulltime benefits: “The Metro East Sanitary District has unfortunately long been a magnet […]
Senator Harriss applauds reinstatement of Blue Collar Jobs Act
State Senator Erica Harriss is applauding the reinstatement of the Blue Collar Jobs Act, which seeks to bring good-paying jobs to Illinois through a series of income tax credits for qualified capital investments in the construction of new or improved property. The Blue Collar Jobs Act was originally signed into law as part of the bipartisan […]
Senator Harriss passes bill to address teacher shortage
State Senator Erica Harriss has passed a bill that could help alleviate the teacher shortage across the state by providing flexibility and incentives for established educators. “Our teachers are incredibly important and with the teacher shortage still a persistent and serious issue across our state, we must look at collaborative ways to address the issue,” said […]
Senator Harriss passes first bill through legislative process
Sen. Harriss/Rep. Elik advance bill for schools to recognize Constitution Day Bill marks first legislation passed by Senator Harriss Schools across the state may soon start observing Constitution Day in Illinois through newly passed legislation on its way to the Governor’s desk. House Bill 1273, carried by Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and Representative Amy […]
Senator Harriss releases statement following Gardner’s resignation announcement
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the following statement following the resignation announcement of St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner: “The resignation of St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is good news for the constituents I represent in Illinois who work and frequently visit the city. They deserve to be able to enjoy St. Louis […]
Sen. Harriss releases statement following ComEd trial verdict
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the following statement following the multiple guilty verdicts in the ComEd bribery trial: “While it’s already widely known, this case demonstrates just how corrupt the system is here in Illinois. While I’m encouraged by the guilty verdicts, there is still a long way to go to reform the system that […]
Sen. Harriss to host online Back to Business Grant webinar
Partnering with DCEO to ensure local business owners receive recovery funds State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) is seeking to help local businesses receive recovery funding through a state grant program implemented to help those greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Senator Harriss is partnering with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) […]
Senator Harriss puts victims first in legislative push
Focuses on legislation to combat the fentanyl epidemic, provide justice for victims of crime Putting victims of crime front and center, Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is supporting a package of legislation that takes aim at fentanyl deaths, as well as protecting victims of domestic abuse, driving under the influence, and childcare center threats. “Access […]
Constitution Day one step closer to becoming recognized in all Illinois schools
Senator Harriss’ bill heads to full Senate for consideration State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) is hopeful all Illinois schools will observe Constitution Day in the near future as her legislation, House Bill 1273, which would require schools to recognize September 17 as a commemorative holiday, passed the Senate Education Committee this week. “Constitution Day […]
Senator Harriss reacts to Chicago Mayor-Elect’s speech to General Assembly
State Senator Erica Harriss has released the below statement following a joint hearing on the House Floor Wednesday where Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson addressed members of the 103rd General Assembly: “Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson’s speech today did not address the great concerns I have about Chicago’s crime, finances, and leadership. While I acknowledge Chicago’s great economic impact […]