Rep. Michael Kelly
(D-Chicago)
15th District
Springfield Office:
200-3S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8198
District Office:
4200 W. Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 736-0218
Bills & Committees
Representative Michael Kelly was born June 23, 1975. He graduated from Saint Edward Elementary School and Saint Patrick High School in Chicago. Later he graduated from Quincy University with a degree in business management. After returning to Chicago from Quincy University he began coaching basketball, softball, and football for Saint Edward Elementary School in 1999. In 2006, he became the Athletic Director for Saint Edward Elementary School. Rep. Kelly is currently and has been a Firefighter for the Chicago Fire Department and a dedicated Union member in Local 2 for 18 years. In addition to his career as a coach and firefighter, Representative Kelly is a member of the Mayfair Park Advisory Council and Saint Patrick High School Advisory Council.
Kelly Commemorates Fallen Illinois Officers at Memorial
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michael J. Kelly, D-Chicago, honored fallen Illinois police officers following a memorial ceremony at the state Capitol Thursday.
Kelly Calls Attention to Elected School Board Meetings
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael J. Kelly, D-Chicago, is raising awareness of the upcoming change to an elected school board in the City of Chicago as well as of the meetings that city residents may attend if they wish to give input.
Kelly Issues Statement Following Governor’s Address to General Assembly
CHICAGO – Following Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address Wednesday, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, issued the following statement of support.
Kelly to Lead on ‘Bedrock’ Issues Following House Committee Assignments
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is kicking off the 103rd General Assembly by announcing his appointment to several crucial House committees, where he will be among those leading the way on such fundamental topics as fiscal policy, state-local cooperation and oversight, vehicle safety, and supporting first responders.
Rep. Kelly Reminds Drivers to Check Insurance Status to Avoid Issues with Electronic Verification System
CHICAGO – As Illinois continues implementation a new system designed to crack down on uninsured drivers who put other drivers, pedestrians and property owners at risk, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is reminding motorists to make sure their insurance is current and meets minimum standards in order to avoid possible fees and license suspension.
Kelly Statement on Mass Shooting in Highland Park
CHICAGO – Following the mass shooting at an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, Ill., state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, issued this statement.
Kelly Passes Bill to Suspend Driving Privileges of Dangerous Motorists
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his continued efforts to promote public safety, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, passed a bill to empower the Secretary of State’s office to suspend or revoke the driving privileges of individuals who commit certain offenses. This is Rep. Kelly’s first bill passed during his tenure as a state representative.
Kelly Underscores Need to Strengthen State Ethics
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of high-profile cases of corruption in Illinois, state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, is emphasizing the need to reinforce state ethical guidelines and support for a strong legislative inspector general who can hold lawmakers accountable.
Kelly-Backed Plan to End Surprise Health Care Billing Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – An effort supported by state Rep. Michael Kelly, D-Chicago, to protect consumers from surprise out-of-network medical bills passed the House Thursday with bipartisan support.
Kelly Supports Legislation to Improve Mental Health Care Access
CHICAGO, Ill. — State Representative Michael Kelly, D-Chicago is co-sponsoring a bill that would preserve and expand access to mental health care across the state.