Statement from state Rep. Bristow

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, released the following statement after the Illinois House of Representatives voted on minimum wage legislation:   “We all want fair pay for working families. That’s been my focus throughout a career spent working...

Bristow Welcomes Local Pastor to Deliver Opening Prayer in House

ALTON, Ill. – Last week, Pastor Eric Lloyd of the Brown Street Baptist Church in Alton delivered the opening invocation to the Illinois House of Representatives as a guest of state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton. “I always appreciate the opportunity to bring friends and...

Bristow to Host Gun Rights Update

ALTON, Ill. – To help keep Metro East residents aware of new legislation, laws and proposals that would affect the rights of law-abiding gun owners, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, is partnering with the Illinois State Rifle Association to host a gun rights...

Bristow to Host Coffee Shop Stop in Alton

ALTON, Ill. – Continuing her efforts to be accessible to residents, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, will be hosting a Coffee Shop Stop on Saturday, Feb. 9 from Noon to 1 p.m. at Germania Brew Haus, located at 617 E. Broadway St. in Alton. “With legislative session...