2023 Legislator of the Year Award from the Illinois Psychological Association
Representative West was honored to receive the 2023 Legislator of the Year Award from the Illinois Psychological Association. As a...
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- Oct 18
- 1 min
House Ethics and Elections Committee
Our democracy is built on the foundation that a vote cast in any election will be tallied quickly, accurately, and securely. Attacks on...
- Oct 13
- 2 min
Empowering the Future: A Memorable Day with Representative West at Flinn Middle School
Representative West, a beacon of inspiration and leadership in our community, recently visited the halls of Flinn Middle School. An...
- Oct 12
- 2 min
Representative West Celebrates Harmon Park Improvements
Neighbors Enjoy New Recreational Amenities at Harmon Park Thanks to Funding Secured by Illinois State Representative Maurice West...
- Aug 26
- 1 min
Representative West Celebrates The Success of Free Kids Cinema
Representative West celebrates the 500+ smiles as they lit up the Coronado Performing Arts Theatre today! 🌟 The FREE MOVIE - KIDS CINEMA...
- Aug 21
- 1 min
Represenative West Invited the Booker Boomers To Take A Personal Tour Of Springfield
Representative West had an unforgettable day with the incredible Booker Boomers at the Capitol! 🏛️🎉 Sharing laughter, stories, and the...
- Aug 4
- 2 min
Prohibit Restrictions on Culturally Significant Graduation Attire
Rep. Maurice West’s Statement on Enactment of Laws to Require Instruction of Native American History and Experience, Prohibit...
- Aug 4
- 2 min
Zachary's Parent Protection Act
State Rep. Maurice West’s Statement on Bill Signing of “Zachary's Parent Protection” Providing Leave for Parents Who Experience the Loss...
- Jul 18
- 2 min
State Rep. Maurice West To Hold 67th District Legislative Update Tour
Rep. West to update residents on legislative progress, funding for community priorities, and actions taken to strengthen local...
- Jun 5
- 1 min
West and Vella Join the NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS to Host Supply Drive
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Representative Maurice West, D-Rockford, and State Representative Dave Vella, D-Rockford are working in...
- May 31
- 1 min
Honoring Native American history
House Bill 1633 introduces a curriculum and task force to include Native American history, including genocides, in schools. Passed Both...
- May 28
- 1 min
State Rep. Maurice West Celebrates Passage of Balanced Budget Including Significant Investments
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Early Saturday morning, the Illinois House of Representatives voted to pass a balanced budget for the 2024 Fiscal Year,...
- May 25
- 2 min
Illinois General Assembly Passes Racism-Free Schools Law to Combat Discrimination within Illinois
OCKFORD, Ill. – The Illinois General Assembly passed the Racism Free Schools Act (SB 90) sponsored in the House by State Rep. Maurice...
- May 19
- 2 min
Illinois General Assembly Passes “Zachary's Parent Protection Act” to Provide Leave for Parents Who
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Today, the Illinois General Assembly passed Zachary's Parent Protection Act (SB2034), legislation that will require...
- May 18
- 1 min
Illinois General Assembly Passes Legislation Prohibit Restrictions on Graduation Attire that Reflect
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Today, the Illinois General Assembly passed SB1446, which prohibits K-12 schools from restricting students from wearing...
- May 17
- 2 min
Illinois General Assembly Passes Legislation to Combat Teacher Shortage
State Rep. Maurice West: This legislation “will help grow the pipeline of talented new teachers” INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE ROCKFORD, Ill. –...
- May 17
- 1 min
Representative West Hosts Phenomenal Mother’s Day Brunch
ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS -A Mother’s Day luncheon was hosted by State Representative Maurice West to show appreciation and thanks to all...
- Apr 19
- 2 min
Rep. West Applauds $1.4 Million in Grant Funding To Boost Area Tourism, Festivals, and Attractions
ROCKFORD - State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford) issued the following statement in response to the recent announcement of $1.4 million in...
- Apr 17
- 1 min
Rep. Maurice West Commends Water Infrastructure Improvement for City of Rockford
ROCKFORD - The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) recently announced a nearly $9.5 million loan to the City of...
- Apr 10
- 2 min
Rep. West Applauds Funding Announcement for Three Rockford-Area Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure
ROCKFORD - State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford) released the following statement in response to the announcement of funding for three...
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