Feb 26, 2026 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, is denouncing President Donald Trump’s racist social media post depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes by passing a formal resolution through the House chamber...
Feb 18, 2026 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West II, D-Rockford, released the following statement in response to Governor Pritzker’s annual budget address delivered today: “With the completion of the governor’s budget proposal this afternoon, it’s clearer than ever...
Mar 4, 2025 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, will join advocacy group Mascots Matter this Wednesday, March 5 at 1 p.m. for a Capitol Blue Room press conference to discuss their initiative to prohibit public schools from using discriminatory disability...
Feb 20, 2025 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, issued the following statement Wednesday after the governor’s annual budget address: “The chaos out of Washington right now underscores the importance of securing a responsible budget that reflects our values...
Jan 15, 2025 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reflecting on his years of leadership, ability to build consensus and firm commitment to advancing causes that uplift Illinois residents, state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, has been named an Assistant Majority Leader for the 104th General...
Jan 9, 2025 | West
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, issued the following statement Wednesday after taking the oath for a new General Assembly term: “As we convene again in Springfield, I am honored to again be entrusted with the privilege of serving the people of...