Illinois State Senator Mary Edly-Allen

Edly-Allen encourages community to attend Lake County Job Fair

Details: Category: Press Releases; Tuesday, July 29, 2025 07:54 AM

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LIBERTYVILLE — Following the success of last year’s Lake County Job Fair, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is collaborating with State Representative Laura Faver Dias, the Round Lake Area Park District, Job Center of Lake County, Illinois Job Bank and the Illinois Department of Employment Security for another event this year at the Round Lake Area Park District Sports Center.

“This job fair is a wonderful educational and networking opportunity for local job seekers and employers,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “With over 40 area employers from a variety of sectors, the fair offers a range of job options. One of the greatest ways to make connections is by networking with others, and I am proud to sponsor this event alongside Representative Faver Dias to expose the community to the many employment opportunities offered in our area.”

Edly-Allen announces over $312,000 in library grants for local public libraries

Details: Category: Press Releases; Wednesday, July 09, 2025 10:34 AM

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LIBERTYVILLE – Five public library districts will receive more than $312,000 through the Illinois Secretary of State’s public library grant program, thanks to strong support from State Senator Mary Edly-Allen.

“Libraries provide essential resources for our community members–which I know about firsthand from my experience in education,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “That’s why I am excited to announce new grant funds coming to local libraries. These funds will allow people in our community to become great leaders and brilliant thinkers through access to high-tech tools, a wide variety of reading materials, and more.”

Edly-Allen launches Summer Book Club

Details: Category: Press Releases; Tuesday, June 10, 2025 09:27 AM

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LIBERTYVILLE – To emphasize the importance of learning throughout the summer, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is hosting a Summer Book Club to encourage students to read and continue their studies during the summer vacation.

“As an educator, I recognize how reading has the ability to inspire, educate and expand critical thinking skills,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “Reading over the summer helps students continue building on these skills. This program is a fun and free way to encourage the love of reading while earning a small reward.”

Edly-Allen: Budget recognizes challenges ahead

Details: Category: Press Releases; Sunday, June 01, 2025 01:29 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – Following the Senate’s approval of the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget on Saturday, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville) released the following statement:

“This balanced budget recognizes the significant challenges we are preparing for that are coming out of Washington, D.C. At a time when chaos from the federal administration is causing uncertainty and fear within our communities, Illinois presented a compassionate budget that reflects our priorities and values, including supporting the working middle class and those seeking quality education.

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