Illinois State Sen. Seth Lewis (R-Springfield)

Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Seth Lewis (R-Springfield)

Government

Senator Seth Lewis Reacts to Senate Approval of Map for Chicago Public Schools’ First Elected School Board

On November 9, 2023, the Illinois Senate made a significant decision by approving a measure that establishes the map of voting districts for the City of Chicago's first elected school board. This move has garnered attention and sparked various reactions from politicians and stakeholders alike.One of the senators who expressed strong dissent during the Senate debate was State Senator Seth Lewis, a Republican representing Bartlett. Senator Lewis voiced his concerns about the proposed map, emphasizing the need for independent commissions rather than politicians to draw such...

November 9, 2023

Government

Senator Lewis’ Legislative Update

Nov 3 2023Fall Veto Session gets underway in SpringfieldState lawmakers were back in Springfield the last week of October for the first three days of the annual fall Veto Session. During the 2023 spring session, more than 550 bills were passed through both chambers of the General Assembly and sent to the Governor for final action. Gov. JB Pritzker signed all but six into law. Of the six bills, three received total vetoes, and an additional three received partial, or amendatory, vetoes."There was little action on vetoed bills during the first week of veto session;...

November 3, 2023

Business

Lewis: "Senior health and wellbeing is incredibly important to me."

In a recent Facebook post, Senator Seth Lewis expressed his dedication to the health and wellbeing of senior citizens. He announced that he will be co-hosting two Senior Fairs this month, with one taking place on September 7 at the Roselle Park District, and the other on September 13 in Wheaton. The Senior Expo 2023, scheduled for September 7, will be held at the Clauss Rec Center in the Roselle Park District. The event will feature Representative Jennifer Sanalitro and will provide attendees with valuable information on utility savings, financial planning, and I-cash,...

September 7, 2023

Government

Sen. Lewis: 'Events like these that connect residents with their local police officers in low-key, non-emergency settings build important relationships'

Senator Seth Lewis and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro took part in National Night Out events in Itasca, Bloomingdale and Carol Stream on August 1 and 2.

August 4, 2023

Business

Lewis: ‘Unfortunately, I could not support the budget’

State Sen. Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) said he was a “no” vote on the state’s 2024 budget.

June 15, 2023

Government

Lewis: 'People can no longer be held in custody prior to trial for offenses like robbery, arson, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and more'

Rep. Seth Lewis says he does not support any of the reform efforts toward improving the SAFE-T Act.

October 20, 2022

Business

Lewis: 'The elimination of cash bail will reduce public safety and put communities across the state at risk'

State Rep. Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) said although he supports criminal justice reform, he voted against the SAFE-T Act and believes certain aspects of the bill will harm public safety.

September 23, 2022

Business

Lewis-sponsored bill creating Illinois Asian Indian American Advisory Council clears first hurdle

State Rep. Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) is sponsoring a bill to give Illinoisans of Asian Indian descent a voice when it comes to state laws and policies that impact their community.

January 29, 2022

Government

Quoting 'Darkness cannot drive out darkness,' Illinois legislator marks MLK Day

Illinois state Rep. Seth Lewis marked the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, encouraging the public to honor the life of the activist.

January 22, 2022