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House Speaker Welch: 'Lead by your actions, not your words' (Springfield, IL) - As House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch (D-Hillside) made history as the first black man to serve in that role in the state, he has made sure to leave an impression during his first session as well.

Illinois' Bond Rating is Up (Springfield, IL) - Fitch Ratings announced on Wednesday they have revised the outlook on Illinois’ General Obligation bonds from negative to positive.

Welch Builds on Creating New Path Forward; Hires New Senior Staff (Chicago, IL) - Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch built on his commitment to a fresh start for the Office of the Speaker by announcing Tuesday the hiring of two new members to his senior staff...

Welch, Pappas Hosting Black Houses Matter Live Stream Event to Help Families Keep Their Home (Westchester, IL) – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas are teaming up to host a virtual informational seminar on the “Black Houses Matter” initiative on Monday, April 5 at 1 p.m.

Welch Hosting Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Event (Springfield, IL) - State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch is hosting a mass vaccination event with Walgreens on Friday, April 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Proviso West High School to help West Suburban residents get their COVID-19 vaccinations. Residents must register for an appointment in advance; walk-ins cannot be accepted.

New Forest Park Site to Open to All Eligible Illinois Residents on March 26

Speaker of the House Chris Welch pens a letter to constituents regarding COVID Vaccine distribution plan.

Press Release from the Speaker of the House Emanuel "Chris" Welch