Rep. Lawrence Walsh, Jr
86th District
Springfield Office:
200-9S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8090
District Office:
121 Springfield Avenue
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 730-8600
Born and raised in Elwood, IL; former trustee, Jackson Township; member of the International Machinist and Aerospace Workers Union; member of St. Rose’s Parish in Wilmington; married (wife, Theresa) and proud father of three children.
Walsh to Host Blood Drive with Troy Township Feb. 17 in Shorewood
SHOREWOOD, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is joining Troy Township and Versiti Blood Center of Illinois to offer a community blood drive Thursday, Feb. 17 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Troy Township Community Center, located at 25448 W. Seil Rd. in Shorewood.
Walsh and Connor Serve Residents with Mobile DMV and I-Cash Event December 15
JOLIET, Ill. – Working to provide convenient access to state services to the people in their district, State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D – Joliet, and state Senator John Connor, D-Lockport, are partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office to host a mobile Department of Vehicle Services (DMV) on December 15 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. at the Stone City VFW Post 2199.
Walsh Invites Students, Parents to Illinois Student Assistance Commission Presentation
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, is inviting local parents and students to an Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) presentation on Oct. 7 at 6 p.m., located at 25448 Seil Rd. in Shorewood, IL.
Speaker Welch Announces New Appointment to House Democratic Leadership Team
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch today announced Representative Frances Ann Hurley as the new whip of the Democratic Moderate Caucus (Mod Caucus), a relatively new caucus of like-minded members who advocate for a balanced, steady approach to lawmaking.
Walsh Legislation to Create Climate Union Jobs Advances out of House Public Utilities Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to modernize and expand Illinois’ clean energy infrastructure, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, passed bi-partisan legislation in the House Public Utilities Committee this week which would establish the Climate Union Jobs Act.
Welch Announces Appointments to House Democratic Leadership Team
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch announced the members of his House Democratic leadership team Thursday, including state Reps. Jehan Gordon-Booth, Robyn Gabel, Jaime M. Andrade, Jr., and Jay Hoffman.
Welch Highlights Resources for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
HILLSIDE, Ill. – In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, is highlighting resources available to people experiencing domestic violence.
Walsh Responds to Threat of Exelon Nuclear Plant Closures
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, issued the following statement after learning of Exelon’s plans to close nuclear plants in Dresden and Byron:
Walsh Tollway Legislation Sent to Governor
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D – Joliet, passed legislation which would give municipalities and other local jurisdictions more control and discretion over imposing tolls on public roadways. The bill is now awaiting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s signature.
Walsh Encourages Workers Displaced by COVID-19 to Seek Government Assistance
JOLIET, Ill. – In response to the COVID-19 outbreak which has forced small businesses, restaurants, bars and other establishments to temporarily close their doors to the public, state Rep. Larry Walsh, Jr., D-Joliet, is highlighting resources available to help businesses and workers secure financial assistance.