Deuter Launches District Advisory Council, Opens Applications

ELMHURST, Ill. – State Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, is preparing to launch the District Advisory Council (DAC) for Illinois House District 45, and invites community members to apply for volunteer positions on the council.

The DAC will advise Deuter on state-level issues, providing insight that will inform her legislative priorities. The council is strictly advisory: members do not create or direct policy, but instead contribute perspectives that allow for more holistic evaluation of issues and legislation.

“Our job as legislators is to represent our communities,” Deuter said. “Having quality conversations about what’s happening in people’s daily lives provides a direct connection between our work in the district and our work in Springfield.”

Members of the council will be expected to:

• Attend 6–10 meetings per year, in addition to three speaker series events featuring policy experts and Q&A sessions.
• Come to meetings prepared to discuss state-level issues.
• Contribute to consensus-building while being respectful of differing opinions.

Meetings may include educational briefings, guided discussions and structured feedback sessions. Members must be willing to review materials in advance when needed to ensure conversations are informed and productive. When appropriate, the Council provides written recommendations or guiding principles to help inform legislative decisions.

“Some of the most impactful policy decisions are made at the state-level,” Deuter said. “This is a great opportunity for community members to share their opinion and ensure that their unique perspectives are heard.”

Interested applicants can apply at this link from now until April 30. For more information, please email us at Office@RepMartiDeuter.com or call us at (630) 413-1080.