Walsh Begins New Term, Focused on Preserving Essential Services

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, issued the following statement after being sworn into the 100th General Assembly on Wednesday: “Today marks a new opportunity to address the challenges facing Illinois. Over the past two years, the most...

Walsh Begins New Term, Focused on Preserving Essential Services

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, issued the following statement after being sworn into the 100th General Assembly on Wednesday: “Today marks a new opportunity to address the challenges facing Illinois. Over the past two years, the most...

Walsh Fights to Prevent “Lame-Duck” Tax Hike

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to proposals to raise taxes during the upcoming lame-duck session in January, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, supported legislation Wednesday to oppose the passage of tax increases during these special sessions. “The decision to...

Walsh Fights to Protect Higher Education

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to keep public universities in Illinois open, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, supported legislation Friday to appropriate $600 million in funding for state universities, community colleges, and the Monetary Award Program. “Many...