Briel Champions Pro-Farm Bill out of House Committee

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to addressing everyday obstacles Illinois farmers face, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is carrying a bill expanding the lawful use of large-scale farm equipment to the House Floor for consideration. “It’s very common for farms...

Briel, Safe Journeys Host Safety Planning Event

​ OTTAWA, Ill. – Encouraging men and women of any age to establish an emergency plan and support system, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is collaborating with Safe Journeys, a local non-profit that specializes in sexual assault and domestic violence support,...

Briel Advances Bill Addressing Rural Healthcare Challenges

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In effort to fill healthcare gaps in Illinois’ rural communities, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, successfully passed a measure out of committee creating the Rural Hospital Task Force to investigate rural healthcare challenges. “Rural...

Briel to Increase Protection For Kids in Adoption, Foster Care

OTTAWA, Ill. – Working toward stronger protections for children in the adoption and foster care system, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, has introduced a bill to enhance background requirements for those wishing to adopt or foster a child. “We don’t have a...