State Senator for the 22nd District. Senate Majority Caucus Whip. Former member, Kane County Board. Resides in Elgin with husband.
Elgin, IL
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LIHEAP helps eligible households with low-income pay for home energy services. This includes assistance with heating gas, propane and electricity. Applications open October 1 for income-eligible households. Learn more and apply today - tinyurl.com/3mzbk975
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The men and women who have served our nation and made the ultimate sacrifice deserve our deepest gratitude and highest honor. My heart goes out to all Gold Star Families and those going through the unimaginable pain of losing a loved one in the Armed Forces.
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Today is NICU Remembrance Day – a day dedicated to honoring little ones gone too soon, families facing life’s most difficult moments and the devoted professionals who dedicate their lives to helping them.
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Secure your child’s future — choose the right seat. Use the @NHTSAgov search tool to find a car seat inspection station near you or visit a Seat Check Saturday event in your community to make sure your child’s car seat is safely installed! NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat
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Yesterday I attended the grand opening of Elgin Community College's Manufacturing and Technology Center. The facility offers new and enhanced programs in robotics, renewable energy, pipe welding, industrial process control, and more.
Thank you for having me!
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Join Apraxia Kids for their Walk for Apraxia on Saturday, Oct. 17 in Oak Brook. Childhood apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for children to speak.
Register by Oct. 13 here: act.apraxia-kids.org/event/c…
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It was a privilege to attend the Autism Hero Project's Annual Gala over the weekend. The Autism Hero Project is a nonprofit that does incredible work advocating for those with autism.
This year, I was presented with the Legacy Hero of the Year award. Thank you for having me!
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Autumn is officially here! Get those cameras ready for the fall foliage and check out the interactive fall colors trip planner from @enjoyillinois to discover the best times to see the changing seasons all over the state: enjoyillinois.com/fall-color…
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I had the privilege to attend the Jane Barbosa Legacy Brunch at Elgin Community College. Jane was an incredible guerrera, leader, mentor, activist and dear friend whose impact reached far beyond Elgin.
I'm honored to say I received the We Rise Award this year. Thank you!
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As harvest time approaches, get ready with @AgriSafeNetwork webinars. Whether you’re a farmer, a resident or you work in a related industry, don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights on safety and health during National Farm Safety and Health Week.
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Last Thursday, my office attended the Literacy Connection Resource Fair. Events such as this one are a wonderful opportunity for residents to connect with resources in the community. Thank you for having me!
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Happy International Week of Deaf People! Did you know the Illinois General Assembly offers sign language interpreters for floor debates, committee meetings and more?
Learn how to request an interpreter so you can watch live: ilga.gov/accessibility
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Certified Surgical Technologists play in an integral role the O.R. to ensure patient safety. Let's honor these dedicated health care professionals and their educators, whose life saving work is often overlooked.
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Wishing everyone a meaningful Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection, atonement and renewal bring peace and healing to all and may you be inscribed in the Book of Life.
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Recently I visited the Progress Center for Independent Living, a non-profit organization that provides information and resources for people with disabilities. Progress Center is one of 22 Independent Living Centers in Illinois.
Thank you for having me!
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In partnership with Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and State Representative Fred Crespo, my office is hosting a mobile DMV event on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Poplar Creek Library in Streamwood.
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“Providing access to fresh and healthy foods is crucial,” said Castro. “The Illinois Grocery Initiative is helping to prevent food insecurity, eliminate food deserts and prioritize nutrition in our community.”
Read more here: tinyurl.com/5h5a7e5k
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Please join me in congratulating Mackenzie Diaz for winning the Illinois Literacy Foundation Summer Reading Cubs prize. Mackenzie is one of only 20 children in the state to receive this prize for completing the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.
Great work Mackenzie!
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POW-MIA Recognition Day brings the nation together to remember and honor members of the Armed Forces who remain missing in action or who are prisoners of war. Today serves as a call to action, reminding the nation to rededicate our efforts.
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