Rep. Amy ‘Murri’ Briel
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Springfield Office:
292-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0140
District Office: 628 Columbus St. Suite 204 Ottawa, IL 61350 (815) 324-5055
Biography

Briel Bill Prohibits Deceptive Sales Targeting Survivors of Assault
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence by filling gaps in our state’s criminal law, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, passed a measure out of the House and Senate chambers prohibiting non-medical professionals from selling,...

Briel Measure Expands Rural Internet Access, Voted Favorably to Senate Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Efforts to connect establishments across the state to high speed internet are underway thanks to a measure led by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, which awaits a final Senate vote before heading to the governor’s desk for consideration.

Briel Champions Pro-Farm Bill out of House Committee
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Committed to addressing everyday obstacles Illinois farmers face, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is carrying a bill expanding the lawful use of large-scale farm equipment to the House Floor for consideration.

Briel, Safe Journeys Host Safety Planning Event
OTTAWA, Ill. – Encouraging men and women of any age to establish an emergency plan and support system, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is collaborating with Safe Journeys, a local non-profit that specializes in sexual assault and domestic violence support,...

Briel Invites Young Adults to Emerging Professionals Council Kick-Off
OTTAWA, Ill. – Encouraging young adults around her district to become involved in shaping the future of Northwest Illinois communities, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, will host a kick-off of the Emerging Professionals Council at her Ottawa district office...

Briel Advances Bill Addressing Rural Healthcare Challenges
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In effort to fill healthcare gaps in Illinois’ rural communities, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, successfully passed a measure out of committee creating the Rural Hospital Task Force to investigate rural healthcare challenges.

Briel to Increase Protection For Kids in Adoption, Foster Care
OTTAWA, Ill. – Working toward stronger protections for children in the adoption and foster care system, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, has introduced a bill to enhance background requirements for those wishing to adopt or foster a child.

Briel Voices Opposition to Reckless Trump Tariffs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Concerned about the impact reckless tariffs would have on local families and businesses, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, helped pass House Resolution 119 Wednesday condemning Donald Trump’s trade war proposals expected to raise costs on households significantly and put jobs at risk.

Briel Applauds New Funds to Starved Rock State Park
OTTAWA, Ill. – Working to maintain Illinois’ natural resources enjoyed by residents statewide, State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is applauding the Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan, which recently announced $33.8 million to improve Starved Rock State Park in Oglesby.

Briel to Host Open House in New Ottawa District Office
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is inviting local leaders, students, and community members to an Open House event to celebrate her new district office at 628 Colombus Street (Suite 408) in Ottawa on Friday, February 7, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.