Awards & Endorsements
Illinois State Crime Commission – 2010 Bishop Sheil Award
Humane PAC - 2009 Humane Legislator Award
Lakeview Chamber of Commerce – 2009 Outstanding Public Servant Award
Illinois Environmental Council – 2007 100% Pro-Environment Voting Record
American Cancer Society – 2007 Leadership Award for passing the Smoke-Free Illinois Act
Life Services Network – 2006-2007 Partners in Quality Award: Recognizing personal commitment and dedication to advancing the quality of older adult services in Illinois
Illinois Farm Bureau – 2006 Friend of Agriculture Award
American Legion - 6th District Council – 2006 Citation of Appreciation
Neighborhood Capital Budget Group – 2005-06 Public Sector Community Builder Award for Outstanding Leadership as a Champion of Transit Reform
Illinois Committee for Honest Government – 2005 Distinguished Service Award
Delta Kappa Gamma Society of Women Educators – 2005 Legislator of the Year
Lakeview Chamber of Commerce – 2005 Outstanding Public Servant
Monsignor John Egan Campaign for Payday Loan Reform – 2005 Leadership Award
Illinois Council Against Domestic Violence – 2004 Human Dignity Award
Democratic Leadership Council – 100 Stars to Watch in the Nation in 2003
Illinois State Crime Commission – 2001 Democratic Leader of the Year
WGN Children’s Charities and Christopher House – Harold Blake Walker Award; presented to a person who demonstrates exemplary contributions in the areas of social reform and human service leadership in the community.
Democratic Leadership Council – 100 Rising Stars to Watch in the nation in 2001
IVI-IPO - 2000 Best Legislative Voting Record
Northwest Tax Watch – Taxpayers Friend Award
Democratic Leadership for the 21st Century – Superior Legislative Service
St. Paul’s House – Senior Citizens Legislative Advocacy Award
Anixter Center – 2000 Legislator of the Year Award
Chicago Teachers Union – For John’s efforts on behalf of public education
Uhlich Children’s Home – In recognition of John’s advocacy for the preservation and safety of all children, families and communities.
Boway Institute of Legislative Leadership Development Fellowship
Southside Health Consortium – For devoted service to the health of the residents of Illinois
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