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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 13, 20232 min read


Representative West Celebrates Harmon Park Improvements
Neighbors Enjoy New Recreational Amenities at Harmon Park Thanks to Funding Secured by Illinois State Representative Maurice West...
Oct 12, 20232 min read


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 26, 20231 min read


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 21, 20231 min read


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, 20232 min read


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...
Aug 4, 20232 min read


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...
Jul 18, 20232 min read


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...
Jun 5, 20231 min read


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 31, 20231 min read


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 28, 20231 min read


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 25, 20232 min read


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 19, 20232 min read


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 18, 20231 min read


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, 20232 min read


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...
May 17, 20231 min read


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 19, 20232 min read


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 17, 20231 min read


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...
Apr 10, 20232 min read


Illinois House Passes Legislation Establishing the “Healthy School Meals for All”
Illinois House Passes Legislation Establishing the “Healthy School Meals for All” Program to Provide Free Breakfast and Lunch to Illinois...
Mar 24, 20231 min read


Illinois House Passes Legislation To Require Teaching of Native American History and Experience
Illinois House Passes Legislation To Require Teaching of Native American History and Experience to Illinois Students ROCKFORD, Ill. –...
Mar 24, 20232 min read
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