Senator Don Harmon News

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Monday, December 14, 2020 12:36 PM

harmon electoral 121420 Senate President Don Harmon issued the following statement following Monday’s electoral college vote:

“I was proud to cast my electoral ballot today for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to become the next President and Vice President of the United States.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Friday, December 04, 2020 12:47 PM

ZOOM — Oak Park Democrat Don Harmon has the support of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus to be Illinois Senate President in the 102nd General Assembly.

“I am honored and humbled to have the support of my colleagues to serve as president of the Illinois Senate. We have a fantastically talented collection of Senate Democrats who are ready to make their mark, solve problems and lead Illinois through an upcoming year that will be filled with both challenges and accomplishments,” Harmon said after the vote.

Senate Democrats caucused virtually Thursday regarding the upcoming session.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Wednesday, November 25, 2020 11:14 AM

The Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus would like to wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving.

We would also like to express our appreciation for the work you’ve done to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

But, the pandemic is not over. As we embark on the holiday season, we must remain vigilant and continue to follow guidelines and protocols to keep our friends, family and community safe.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Friday, November 20, 2020 11:54 AM

pleas home 112020 OAK PARK, Ill. – Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) announced Pleasant Home in Oak Park will receive a $421,500 grant for its geothermal project.

“Pleasant Home is a beautiful piece of living history in our community and a shining example of the stunning architectural landmarks in Oak Park,” Harmon said. “Investments in our cultural institutions will help preserve these gems for years to come.”

Pleasant Home will use the funds to install a geothermal system that will provide much-needed air conditioning to the 123-year-old National Historic Landmark.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 05:17 PM

harmon mask 111020 SPRINGFIELD — A renewed surge in COVID-19 infections forced the postponement of the upcoming General Assembly veto session at the Capitol, legislative leaders announced Tuesday.

“The front page in today’s Springfield paper warns of a COVID ‘tsunami’ sweeping the region and its health care system. This is not the time to physically bring together hundreds of people from all around the state. Given what’s happening, it was an obvious decision. It’s not safe or responsible to have a legislative session under these circumstances,” said Illinois Senate President Don Harmon.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Thursday, November 05, 2020 01:47 PM

crotty 110520 SPRINGFIELD – Senate President Don Harmon issued the following statement after former Senator Maggie Crotty passed away:

"I was saddened to learn of the passing of Maggie Crotty, someone with whom I dearly loved working.

"Maggie and I came into the Senate at the same time. She had a rare combination of tenacity and toughness mixed with a kind and gentle demeanor. She would greet everyone with a smile and a hug, but she could size up a huckster a mile away. She never failed to stand up for the causes that were important to her.

Details: Category: Senator Don Harmon News; Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 09:43 AM

SPRINGFIELD -- Illinois Senate President Don Harmon issued the following statement on the passing of former state senator Deanna Demuzio:

“Deanna Demuzio dedicated her life to community and public service. Along the way, she made great friends and taught us all so much about how to be better. She fought hard to improve our education system after years spent working at Lewis and Clark Community College and to fight for better health care given how it affected her family. She took up all of this after tragically losing another great friend of Illinois, her husband, Senator Vince Demuzio.