Jan 13, 2023 | Gordon-Booth
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, has been selected to serve as Speaker Pro Tempore and lead budget negotiator for the House Democrats during the 103rd General Assembly. The move is historic, as no African American or woman has served as...
Jan 11, 2023 | Gordon-Booth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, issued the following statement Wednesday after being sworn in for a new term: “The start of a new General Assembly is an opportunity to bring a fresh perspective on the challenges facing families across our...
Jan 11, 2023 | Gordon-Booth
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Employees would be entitled to a minimum of five days per year of paid leave for any personal reason under a negotiated plan passed Tuesday by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria. “Whether it’s dealing with a sudden family illness or an...
Dec 13, 2022 | Gordon-Booth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is encouraging area organizations to check out available grants administered through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) that have approaching deadlines. “DCEO is an important...
Dec 9, 2022 | Gordon-Booth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, released the following statement on behalf of the members of the House Public Safety Working Group: “The loss of Senator Scott Bennett is an unexpected tragedy. Senator Bennett’s collegiality and dedication was...
Dec 9, 2022 | Gordon-Booth
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is partnering with Meridian for her 4th annual “A Mother’s Wish” holiday event for children of incarcerated mothers and foster care youth. “Not every child can be with their biological family during the holiday...