Briel Newly Appointed to Illinois Veterans Advisory Council

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As an essential member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee in the Illinois General Assembly, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, will continue advocating for veterans’ top concerns and issues across the state as the most recent appointee to the Illinois Veterans Advisory Council.

“I’m honored to serve on this council,” said Briel. “Illinoisans who served our country are essential to our communities. Whether it’s access to specialized healthcare, ensuring qualified veterans are first in line for a good paying job, or simply ensuring every single veteran has food on the table—I’m committed to stability, security and a future our veterans can count on.”

Briel will work alongside bipartisan lawmakers, active military personnel and veteran service organizations to review, study and recommend actionable changes to better support veterans statewide—including improvements to mental health and psychiatric care, home modification and food assistance, employment aid and more to ensure veterans re-entering civilian life have a supportive transition. Briel was appointed to the seat Tuesday by Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.

“I look forward to collaborating with an expert group of advocates to ensure Illinois veterans remain healthy, safe and proud to call this state home,” said Briel.

To learn more about the Illinois Veterans Advisory Council, visit https://veterans.illinois.gov/.

For more information, please email contact@staterepbriel.com.