Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly
Senator Erica Conway Harriss | Illinois General Assembly
State Senator Erica Harriss has released a statement criticizing the passage of Senate Bill 2412 and the new language it contains that threatens the slating power of election candidates. In her statement, Senator Harriss emphasized the importance of transparency and public trust in the democratic process, stating, "Illinois deserves elected officials who are open and honest with the public."
Senator Harriss expressed her concerns about the rushed nature of the bill's passage, highlighting the lack of public input and meaningful discussions among legislators. She stated, "This bill was filed yesterday, and it is not a stretch to say there has been no time for any public vetting of this proposal, nor for any real discussion of its significant issues among legislators."
Furthermore, Senator Harriss condemned the bill as a "shameful and blatant political power grab," describing it as a direct affront to the principles of democracy. She emphasized the importance of thoughtful deliberations on major issues and criticized the lack of transparency and democratic process in the handling of Senate Bill 2412.
Senator Harriss' full floor speech on the matter can be accessed on her official website.
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