Contact Representative Harris
If you have a LEGISLATIVE related issue, where you would like to contact Representative Harris, please contact his District Office at 224-635-2010 or 224-764-2440 or by e-mail at Repharris@yahoo.com.
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Groundbreaking for Myers Place in Mount Prospect
State Representative David Harris (R-Arlington Heights) joined Mount Prospect Mayor Irvana Wilks and other elected officials and dignitaries for the groundbreaking ceremony for Myers Place, a supportive living facility that will offer affordable housing for individuals who might be disabled, suffer some mentally illness, or face homelessness but can live in an independent setting.
Representative Harris spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony and discussed the significance it will have on his district. “I am honored to take part in the groundbreaking event for Myers Place. Myers Place will provide quality, affordable housing for many needy individuals in my district and the surrounding areas,” said Harris.
The project is being developed by Daveri Development Group, LLC, a Chicago-based company with more than 30 years experience revitalizing and creating affordable housing throughout the Midwest. Kenneth Young Center, a leading provider of social services in the northwest suburban area, will provide onsite case management, counseling, and coordination with health care providers.
Myers Place is expected to open in the summer of 2013. The facility is being built at the corner of Busse and Dempster Roads in Mount Prospect. The Village Board of Mount Prospect unanimously approved the project in November 2011.
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Representative Harris meets with Mayor Emanuel
Representative David Harris (R-Arlington Heights) had the opportunity to talk to Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel while the Mayor was in Springfield recently to support modifications to the pension systems in the City of Chicago.
Rep Harris is shown with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel on the floor of the Illinois House of Representatives
Representative Harris listened to the Mayor’s testimony in the House Personnel & Pensions Committee, and he later spoke with the Mayor about pension system reform.
Harris reminded Mayor Emanuel that local suburban mayors in Harris’s district have been requesting modifications to pension systems affecting their municipalities, too. Harris asked Mayor Emanuel to support the local mayors’ requests for change just as they would support his.
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Rep. Harris Recognizes Top Police Officers
State Representative David Harris (R-Arlington Heights) presented a Certificate of Recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives to the two police officers who were recognized by their respective police departments as "Officers of the Year."
Rep. Harris presents Certificate of Recognition to Arlington Heights Officer Michael Cowsert
Rep. Harris presents Certificate of Recognition to Mount Prospect Officer Dirk Ollech Officer Micheal Cowsert was the "L.W. Calderwood Officer of the Year" for the Arlington Heights Police Department, and Officer Dirk Ollech was the "Officer of the Year" in the Mount Prospect Police Department. "I am pleased to recognize these two outstanding officers," said Harris. "Too often we take the services of our fine public safety personnel for granted, and we should never do that. They give a lot to our communities, and I enjoyed being able to add to the recognition that these officers have already received within their Departments."
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Celebrating Dr. Seuss at the Rolling Meadows Library
Senator Matt Murphy, Representative David Harris, Former Rolling Meadows Mayor Ken Nelson, Representative Michelle Mussman, Rolling Meadows Alderman Rob Banger, Rolling Meadows Mayor Tom Rooney enjoyed reading to the children at the Dr. Seuss Celebration held at the Rolling Meadows Library on March 3rd. The event was held to commemorate the 108th Birthday of Dr. Seuss, who was born on March 2nd, 1904.
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Rep. Harris Meets with Alzheimer's Association Advocates
Representative Harris met with representatives of the Illinois Alzheimer’s Association at the State Capitol in Springfield while the legislature was in session. Representative Harris is a strong supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association and was pleased to have been able to meet with their advocates in Springfield.
Pictured (Left to right) are Representative Harris, Representative Daniel Biss, Lt. Governor Sheila Simon, Representative Michelle Mussman, President & CEO of the Alzheimer's Association Erna Colburn, 2 other members of the Alzheimer’s Association, and Representative Michael Unes.
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Rep. Harris and Wife Present US Flag to Arlington Hts Village Board
 (from left) Michelle Harris, Rep. Harris, Arlington Hts Mayor Mulder, AH Trustee Hayes
State Representative David Harris and his wife, Michelle, presented a US flag to the Arlington Heights Village Board which was flown over Camp Arena in Herat, Afghanistan, on 18 January 2012. The flag was flown on the same date as the incorporation of the village in 1887, and it was flown to commemorate the village's incorporation.
The flag was sent to Rep. Harris by his son, Court, who is a Captain in the US Army and who is currently deployed to Afghanistan. Court is a graduate of St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, and he served on the Arlington Heights Youth Commission for several years.
Captain Harris asked his father to convey this message to the Village Board about the flag: "Please display it as a symbol of all the heroes - especially Arlington Heights natives and residents - who have given the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great country."
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Rep. Harris and Rep. Nekritz and Rep. Mathias Present Resolution
 (from left) Rep. Mathias, Rep. Harris, Arlington Hts Mayor Mulder, Rep. Nekritz. The Arlington Hts Village Board is in the rear.
State Representatives David Harris, Elaine Nekritz and Sid Mathias presented a Resolution passed by the Illinois House of Representatives to the Arlington Heights Village Board. The Resolution recognized the 125th anniversary of the incorporation of the village in 1887.
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Representative Harris Recognizes State Champion Saint Viator Cheerleaders
State Representative David Harris (far right) is shown recognizing the Saint Viator High School Cheerleaders. The Saint Viator team won the Illinois High School Association’s 2012 Cheerleading Championship in the medium school division. Although the team has finished high in the state competition in previous years, this is the first time that they have ever won the State Championship. Representative Harris presented each team member and coach with a Certificate of Recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives in honor of their accomplishment. Assistant Coach Mickee Runge is shown on the far left. Great Job, Lady Lions!!
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Illinois Right to Life Endorses Harris for Re-Election
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT Dawn Behnke
217-544-9700
The Illinois Federation for Right to Life Political Action Committee (IFRL-PAC) announces the endorsement of David Harris, for the nomination as Republican candidate for the Fifty-third House District in the primary election to be held in March 2012.
The protection of the lives of conceived but yet unborn children of Illinois and the nation is the foundation upon which we build all other rights. If we do not restore and maintain protection of the Right to Life for the weakest and most helpless members of our society, we ourselves become endangered.
We are pleased to announce our endorsement of David Harris for nomination as Republican Candidate for the Fifty-third House District. Not only has Mr. Harris expressed a desire to protect unborn children, but he has also indicated his support for the disabled as well as those who are endangered at the end of life.
The Illinois Federation for Right to Life is a statewide organization with local affiliates throughout the State of Illinois.
View the entire Press Release from the Illinois Right to Life's Endorsement by clicking this link.
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University of Illinois Springfield Illinois Legislative Staff Intern Program
Attention Graduate Students! Each year, the Illinois Legislative Staff Intern Program (ILSIP) provides 24 unique internships for keenly interested, deeply motivated and talented individuals to work within state government. With the capitol as both workplace and classroom, ILSIP interns earn eight (8) graduate credits in poltical studies from the University of Illinois at Springfield. The program offers interns the opportunity to work as a professional legislative staff member working with either the partisan leadership of the Illinois General Assembly or the Legislative Research Unit. Interns also participate in a mandatory academic seminar conducted by UIS faculty. The ILSIP experience is intended to broaden the perspective fo those planning academic, business or government careers so that they will carry into their chosen field an understanding of the legislative process and how it relates to their work. ILSIP interns work full-time for 10.5 months for monthly stipend of $2,026.00, along with a tuition waiver for eight graduate credit hours and the option for student health insurance paid as a benefit of the program. The program accepts applicants from all academic backgrounds who have completed either an undergraduate or advance degree. Applicants who are pursuing an undergraduate degreee must have been awarded the degree prior to starting the internship. All application materials are due in the ILSIP office by March 1, 2012. Final selections/placements are announced late-April. Internships begins August 16, 2012. For more information, interested students may contact Barbara Van Dyke-Brown at 217-206-6579 or visit the ILSIP web site at http://ilsip.uis.edu. If you need any additional information please contact Rep. Harris’ district office at 224-635-2010 or repharris@yahoo.com.
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Thank You
My thanks to all those great supporters who helped make my fundraising reception on January 30th a successful event! The turn-out was excellent, the weather was good, and fun was had by all in attendance. Amy and Deb at The Tuscan Market and Wine Shop did a wonderful job in making sure that everything went smoothly with the food and beverages. Lots of good food and the desserts were heavenly.
State Treasurer Dan Rutherford, the special guest speaker for the night, gave some insightful remarks about the financial crisis that Illinois is in and what needs to be done to turn this state around. He is going to be at the front of the charge in trying to get our state back on the right track.
Thanks again to all who helped. I am looking forward to a successful 2012 campaign and to serving all the residents of the newly-drawn 53rd House district in the General Assembly.
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Representative Harris Honors Retiring Mount Prospect Police Chief
Representative Harris honors retiring Police Chief John Dahlberg for his 27 years of dedicated service to the Village of Mount Prospect with a Certificate of Recoginition from the Illinois House of Representatives. Dahlberg served the last 5 years as Chief of Police. Dahlberg will leave his position as Chief in the middle of this year.
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Harris Daily Herald Editorial on Pension Issue
"Your Jan. 12 editorial lauding Governor Quinn for his attention to pension reform certainly caught my eye. It brings up the question, where has he been up to now? In the most recent legislative session, the governor was noticeably silent and absent from the discussion about the issue. Republican Leader Tom Cross and Democratic Speaker Mike Madigan led the way by introducing a bill. Nothing was heard from the governor."
Continue reading Representative Harris' editorial by clicking here.
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Fundraising Reception for Representative Harris
(Please Note that the Online Donation Option is Currently Inactive. At this time, please send all donations to Campaign office)
State Representative Harris will be having a Fundraising Reception for his Re-Election Campaign.
Date: Monday January 30th
Time: 6pm-8pm
Where: Tuscan Market and Wine Shop, 141 West Wing Street Arlington Heights, IL
Guest Speaker: Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford
Sponsorships Available: $1,000 for Gold Sponsor
$500 for Silver Sponsor
$250 for Bronze Sponsor
Friend- $75
Couple $125
Please make Checks Payable to Committee to Elect David Harris, 800 West Central Road, Ste 117, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Download Your Reception Invitation
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Harris Joins Senator Kirk for Billy Goat Tavern Opening
State Representative David Harris joined US Senator Mark Kirk and Mount Prospect Mayor Irvana Wilks in cutting the ribbon for the Grand Opening of The Billy Goat Tavern at the newly renovated Randhurst Village Shopping Area in Mount Prospect.
"We are excited to have The Billy Goat Tavern as a new business in Randhurst Village," said Representative Harris. "The original Billy Goat Tavern in Chicago is a legend in the city, and I wish them much success here at the Mount Prospect location. I, for one, look forward to visiting there often."
The Billy Goat Tavern is a landmark restaurant in Chicago that has attracted thousands of visitors to their locations each year. The addition of the Mount Prospect location will bring much attention to the village and assist in the economic development of Randhurst Village.
 (Pictured left to Right: State Representative David Harris, US Senator Mark Kirk, Mount Prospect Mayor Irvana Wilks, and Billy Goat Tavern Owner Sam Sianis)
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Harris Files Nominating Petitions for March Primary
On Wednesday November 30th, Representative David Harris filed nominating petitions with the Illinois State Board of Elections to qualify for the March 20th Primary election for the Republican nomination for State Representative. Representative Harris announced his candidacy for re-election to the newly-drawn 53rd State Rep. District in early October. "I wish to thank all of the volunteers who circulated petitions on my behalf and the hundreds of voters in the new 53rd district for signing them", said Representative Harris. "It is truly an honor to serve as State Representative, and I am very much looking forward to meeting many new constituents that will make up the redrawn 53rd District," said Harris.
As of today, Harris is the only candidate that has filed nominating petitions with the State Board of Elections in the 53rd District. It will now be up to local Democratic Party officials to determine if a candidate will be slated to run against Representative Harris in the General Election in November.
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Harris Presents Certificate of Recognition to Hershey High School Teacher
 Last Week, Representative Harris popped into a Freshman Human Geography class at Hersey High School to present a Certificate of Recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives to Social Science teacher Brad Abel. Mr. Abel was recently awarded a $25,000 prize by the Milken Family Foundation. The award is given out to recognize “the importance of outstanding educators and encourage talented young people to enter the teaching profession.”
In addition to presenting the Certificate to Mr. Abel, Representative Harris spoke with the Freshman class about the role of state government and the work he does in Springfield.
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Harris Announces Re-Election Bid
F O R I M M E D I A T E R E L E A S E
4 October 2011
HARRIS TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION TO ILLINOIS HOUSE
State Representative David Harris (R-Arlington Heights) announced today that he plans to run for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives from the 53rd Representative District. Harris had considered a run for Congress from the newly-drawn 8th Congressional District which has no incumbent legislator and which covers part of Harris’ current district.
“Public service at any level is a privilege. I am honored to represent the citizens of this area in the Illinois House, and there is a lot of work to be done to put the State of Illinois on sound financial footing,” said Harris. “As the Republican spokesman on the House Revenue & Finance Committee, I was able to have a meaningful impact on budget issues this year. Positive progress was made on the budget, and it is important to maintain that forward momentum. I strive to provide the constituents of my district with hands-on and committed public service, and I am excited about the prospect of continuing that service if I win re-election to the Illinois House.”
“I tested the waters for a possible run for Congress from the new 8th District, and I was genuinely humbled by the expressions of support that I received from Republican officials both in and out of the District,” Harris added. “However, a decision to run for Congress involves many factors, not just an estimate of winning or losing. The ability to be close to my family and to work with leaders at the local level means a lot to me at this time in my life.”
Harris indicated that he would enthusiastically support the winner of the Republican primary in the 8th Congressional District. “At the state level, I support and have proposed policies that emphasize economic growth based on deficit reduction, less spending, and the creation of small business job opportunities in the private sector. I urge the Republican candidate for Congress in the 8th District to do the same at the federal level,” said Harris.
The 53rd State Representative district in which Harris will run is also a newly-drawn district. It encompasses most of Arlington Heights, about half of both Mount Prospect and Prospect Heights, and a small part of Des Plaines.
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Welcome
Thank you everyone for your support. With your help, we were able to claim victory on Election Day, holding an almost 2,400 vote advantage over the opponent. Thank you once again for all your help and I look forward to representing you in Springfield.
Dear Friends,
Welcome… and thank you for visiting my campaign website! I’m David Harris, the Republican candidate for State Representative in the 66th District, and I hope you will find the website useful and informative in providing important information about the November 2nd election for State Representative.
The time has come for us to turn our great State of Illinois around and get it pointed in the right direction. This proud Land of Lincoln, which is the fifth largest state in the nation, is circling the drain of economic ruin. I hope you share my feelings about the mess we are in ---- ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! The bad statistics about Illinois are dramatic and telling: we are 48th in the nation in job growth and we have one of the highest unemployment rates in the country; and we are last in the nation for having the lowest bond rating of any state. Our budget deficit is estimated to be $13 billion, and we have a mountain of unpaid bills of roughly $5 billion.
It’s clear that Illinois is headed in the wrong direction. We need to change the policies in Springfield so that Illinois can once again be moving forward positively. And to change the policies we need to change the people who make the policies! The past eight years have seen our Stat e sink into a sea of red ink that will drown us, our children and our grandchildren. We can --- and we must --- do better!
I invite you to join in my effort to make Illinois great again. Volunteers are the heart of any political campaign and there are just a few days remaining before the November 2nd election, so if you would like to get involved in the campaign, now is the time to do it!
Please call my office at 224-635-2010 for more information or simply click on any of the “Get Involved” links on the right side of the website to sign up to volunteer.
Join me, and let’s help make history on November 2nd and start fixing Illinois! Thank you for your support, and I send along my
Best personal regards,
David Harris
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Campaign News
10/27/2010
David Harris of Arlington Heights, the Republican candidate for State Representative from the 66th District, today announced that the Journal & Topics Newspaper chain, which is one of the largest newspaper publishers covering 16 northwest suburbs, has endorsed him for State Representative...more
10/22/2010
David Harris of Arlington Heights, the Republican candidate for State Representative from the 66th District, today announced that former Governor Jim Edgar has endorsed him. “I am greatly honored and delighted by Governor Edgar’s endorsement,” said Harris. “The Governor does not often take...more
10/19/2010
David Harris of Arlington Heights, the Republican candidate for State Representative from the 66th District, announced today that he has been endorsed by Mayor Arlene Mulder of Arlington Heights, Mayor Irvana Wilks of Mount Prospect, and Mayor Craig Johnson of Elk Grove Village. Arlington...more
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