State Senator for the 42nd Senate District; Assistant Majority Leader

Joined July 2015
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Fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat. Happy first day of spring! ☀️💐
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Illinois farm families are proud stewards of our land, water and air. Learn more about the importance of American agriculture at agday.org #AgDay25
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Wishing everyone a sham-rockin’ St. Patrick’s Day!
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Illinois may have extreme storms tonight and tomorrow. The tornado risk will be greater and less visible after dark, so be ready to take cover when warnings are issued – do not wait to see or hear the signs. x.com/NWSChicago/status/1900…

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A band of severe storms is expected to race through the area overnight. Damaging winds are the main threat, through tornadoes may occur as well. Turn on WEA alerts or use a NOAA weather radio to wake you if a warning is issued in your area! #ILwx #INwx
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As people learn of this bill and reach out to me, we share how our loved ones' suffering convinced us this must be an option for terminally ill adults. Medical aid in dying had its first hearing last Friday. ilsenatedems.co/2mH150V7l1t
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You won’t need a REAL ID to vote, drive or access federal benefits, but you will need one for domestic flights after May 7! With the right documents, obtaining your REAL ID is easy. Learn how to get yours: REALID.ilsos.gov
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Holmes: I commit to work on a 2026 budget to build on fiscal stability, meet our communities’ needs ilsenatedems.co/ZQgF50V32sB
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Make privacy a priority! #DataPrivacyDay 🔐 Review social media privacy settings 🔐 Use strong, unique passwords 🔐 Enable two-factor authentication 🔐 Safeguard your personal information online Let’s take charge of our privacy rights and protect our valuable data.
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Do you own a small business? Don't miss the @IllinoisDCEO's grant training webinar tomorrow, Jan. 15 at 9 a.m. ilsenatedems.co/oeUi50UGiQa
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Prevention starts with awareness. This Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, take charge of your health and schedule a cervical cancer screening. Visit ilsenatedems.co/xZhj50UCRHC for information on causes, symptoms and prevention.
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Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day—an opportunity to thank our men and women in uniform for protecting and serving our community every day.
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Illinois is bracing for a storm with light to heavy snow and ice possible. Travel could be difficult; streets and sidewalks may be slippery. Follow these tips, and plan ahead: find the latest road conditions at ilsenatedems.co/o67j50UzROM Warming centers: ilsenatedems.co/1aQi50UzROB
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To keep you and your family healthy and out of the hospital, flu vaccination is recommended for everyone six months and older each year. Use this search tool to find flu vaccine options near you, including nasal spray flu vaccines: vaccines.gov/find-vaccines
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Buy, think and shop local this holiday season! By shopping small, you support our hardworking small business owners, and in turn, boost the local economy. #SmallBusinessSaturday
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My family and I are giving thanks for the simple things in life today, and wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with love and happiness. ❤️🦃😊🏈
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Every family’s journey is different. Join me this National Adoption Day to celebrate the families brought together through adoption. Today we celebrate the children moving from foster care to a permanent family.
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Apprenticeships help us learn, grow and succeed. This National Apprenticeship Week, we celebrate the impact apprenticeships have on our communities, businesses and employees. To learn more about NAW, visit ilsenatedems.co/1gVx50U7v75
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November is Winter Weather Preparedness Month! Ready? 🥶 Monitor weather news and have a go-bag ready in your car, home and at work. 🚗 Stay off the road during and after a winter storm. 🔥 Use a carbon monoxide alarm and heating devices safely. ilsenatedems.co/nyyu50U81KH
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Eat, drink and be SCARY! Stay safe and have a very happy Halloween! 🎃
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1 in 4 people over the age of 25 will experience a stroke in their lifetime. Knowing how to spot the signs can save lives and improve outcomes for survivors. This #WorldStrokeDay, learn how to recognize and respond to the signs of a stroke: stroke.org.
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