Illinois state Sen. Steve McClure recently honored those who have served in the U.S. military during an event where he spoke to veterans and thanked them for their service.
“Happy Veterans Day! I stopped by Hy-Vee’s free breakfast for veterans this morning to visit with and thank the veterans in attendance. Thanks to all who have served,” McClure said in a post on Facebook where he also posted photos from the event that took place in Springfield.
In June, McClure defeated Donald Debolt in the 54th Senate District Republican primary. He took to Facebook, saying, “I’m humbled by the support, and honored to be the Republican nominee for the 54th District. Thanks to everyone who supported our campaign.”
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According to the Chicago Sun Times, McClure went on to take the state Senate seat in the 54th District in an uncontested race on Nov. 8.
McClure was first elected to the Senate in 2018 and has served since 2019, according to the Illinois General Assembly webpage.
His current committee assignments include: Criminal Law (minority spokesperson); Agriculture; Energy and Public Utilities; Executive Appointments; Local Government; Transportation; App-Criminal Justice (sub-minority spokesperson); App-Health; Redistricting; Redistricting- Chicago South; Redistricting- Southwestern IL; Redistricting- West Central IL (sub-minority spokesperson); Criminal Law- Juvenile Court; Problem- Solving Courts.
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