ROCKFORD, Ill. – As the spring legislative session concluded Saturday, state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, backed a responsible balanced...

Rockford, IL – May 2025 — The atmosphere was overflowing with love, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation as State Representative Maurice...

ROCKFORD, Ill. –   Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed HB3527 , the Prohibition of Discriminatory Disability Mascots...

ROCKFORD, Ill. – This week, State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford) introduced “Dillon’s Law” ( HB2462 ) into the Illinois House of...

ROCKFORD, Ill. – The Illinois House of Representatives passed HB1237 , legislation that prohibits Illinois public K-12 schools from using...

Chair of the Illinois House Ethics and Elections Committee: “Illinois will follow the law, not Donald Trump’s whims.”   ROCKFORD, Ill. –...

Springfield, IL – In a momentous occasion at the Illinois State Capitol, State Representative Maurice West had the honor of presiding...

Last week, the City of Rockford lost a young angel. My heart goes out to the family of 11-year-old Jalyah Thompson, who tragically took...

Honoring Black Excellence and Leadership at the ILBC Foundation Soirée This year’s Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF)...

The Importance of a Responsible Budget That Reflects Our Values The chaos unfolding in Washington right now serves as a stark reminder of...

Kicking Off Black History Month with a Powerful Movement: The 2nd Annual State of the Mind Address What a way to launch Black History...

ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford) released the following statement responding to the Trump Administration’s...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill.  – Reflecting on his years of leadership, ability to build consensus and firm commitment to advancing causes that...

We had the privilege of hosting the Mobile DMV & Utility Bill Clinic at Kresge Hall, and we couldn’t be happier with the turnout. From...

From the moment the first light flickered to life, it was clear this year’s celebration would be something special. Downtown Rockford...

What an amazing turnout for the 11th Annual Share the Warmth with the Rockford IceHogs! We are overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone...

State Representative Maurice West proudly supported the Rockford Art Museum in securing critical funding for a major climate control...

State Representative Maurice West is gearing up with excitement for this year’s Stroll on State, where he will be stepping into the role...

State Representative Maurice West recently held a productive and engaging Town Hall with the Kiwanis Club of Rockford. During the event,...

State Representative Maurice West was honored to receive the Hero Award from Thresholds at their annual celebration. The award recognized...