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The Office of the Speaker to Host First Ever Open House Job Fair

Oct 8, 2021 | Welch

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Office of Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch invites jobseekers and those looking to network to the first ever Open House Job Fair at the Illinois State Capitol. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 12 beginning at 10 a.m. to 12...

Speaker Welch’s Statement of Support for Comprehensive Energy Proposal Sponsored By Leader Evans

Sep 9, 2021 | Welch

“I want to first thank Leaders Evans, Gabel and Hoffman for their tireless work and dedication in helping craft a comprehensive energy proposal that prioritizes our climate, equitable job preservation and creation, and meaningful ethics reform,” said House Speaker...

Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding House Returning To Springfield

Jun 8, 2021 | Welch

“As I indicated before we adjourned on the final day of session, the House is expected to return next week on Wednesday, June 16 to take care of some final-action legislation. Items such as the energy proposal, unemployment insurance, and an elected school board...

Speaker Welch’s Statement Regarding Governor Pritzker Signing Maps

Jun 4, 2021 | Welch

“Today was a win for the people of this great state. With Governor Pritzker’s signature, people of Illinois can be confident in a legislative map that is reflective of the diversity that we see in every corner of our state. Not only does this map adhere to...

Speaker Welch Announces New Appointment to House Democratic Leadership Team

May 10, 2021 | Buckner, Conroy, Guzzardi, Hurley, Mah, Ortiz, Walsh, Welch

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...

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