Our office is proud to have advocated for $410,000 to be appropriated to Harper College for this capital project, which was included in the FY 2026 budget. This incredible facility will give current and future first responders the hands-on training they need to serve and protect our communities. 🚒
We celebrated the grand opening of the brand-new Emergency Services Training Center at Harper College, alongside local and state elected officials, first responders, faculty, students, and community supporters.
Sign up below to join an interactive conversation on reducing plastic waste and building more sustainable communities.
Event Details:
Saturday, April 11
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist, Palatine
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Last week, I joined an incredible panel at Harper College in honor of Women’s History Month. After the panel, I had such great conversations with students from Harper. It was an honest, thoughtful, and uplifting panel. Very grateful to have been a part of such a powerful and collaborative space.
Our office will have a table at the Lake Zurich Area Community Expo THIS Saturday, April 11th! This is a FREE event filled with games, community resources, raffles, and more!
We hope to see you there! 🎟️
Date: Saturday, April 11
Time: 9am - 1pm
Location: Foglia YMCA Lake Zurich
This session, I’ve been fighting for transparency, public input, and stronger consumer protections this session and we're making real progress. Here's a quick update on some of the bills I’ve been working hard to move through the House and on to the Senate. 🏛️
I had a great time at our office hours connecting with young constituents to learn about their concerns and answer their questions. Thank you to everyone who was able to stop by; always appreciate the chance to meet with constituents. Until next time! 📚
Join us for our April Office Hours on this coming Monday, April 6th from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Ela Library and 6:30 to 7:30 PM at the Palatine Library! 📚
We look forward to connecting with you and helping with any questions about state services or community resources.
What I love most about these conversations is seeing students approach issues from completely different perspectives. High school students: join us April 27th at 5pm for our next meeting!
Lots of engaging debate at our Youth Advisory Council meeting this past Monday! 🗣️ We debated the Children's Social Media Safety Act and issues that directly impact young people.
The system is failing so many, including people in our district who are making heartbreaking decisions to afford their medication, like skipping meals or rationing medicine.
While we work on amendments to bring this bill back, I'm keeping those stories at the forefront of my mind.
I've been working on this bill for three years, and getting it called for a hearing hasn't been easy. There's still work ahead.
This is what I know: People in our country pay far more for prescription drugs than they should.
Last week, we had a two and a half hour committee hearing on my bill to establish a Prescription Drug Affordability Board (HB1443). The room was packed with lobbyists and pharmaceutical company representatives, taking turns to testify.
Join us for our April Office Hours on this coming Monday, April 6th from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Ela Library and 6:30 to 7:30 PM at the Palatine Library! 📚
We look forward to connecting with you and helping with any questions about state services or community resources.
Thank you to Dr. Morkert, Jason, my fellow panelists, and everyone who attended for creating space for honest, engaging conversation.
The conversations with women leaders in our community were so thoughtful, and afterward, so many of us talked about how much we learned from just one hour together. It was truly transformational.
As Women's History Month comes to a close, I've been thinking about the inspiring panel I was part of earlier this month with the Local Talks podcast.
It was truly special to spend time with such thoughtful and engaged students, hearing their perspectives on prevention and healthy decision-making while sharing more about the work we’re doing in Springfield. Thank you for the warm welcome and for creating space for these important conversations.
I had the privilege of attending the Annual Student–Lawmakers Substance Use Prevention Luncheon at Stevenson High School.
This year’s topic explores how our 24/7 digital world impacts engagement, burnout, and mental health, and what we can do to maintain a positive outlook.
Students can win cash prizes, have their work published, and be recognized at a statewide level. Submissions are due May 15, 2026.
High school students in our community, this opportunity is for you! The Illinois Psychiatric Society is now accepting submissions for the Carl C. Bell, MD Memorial Award Essay Competition.
It's invigorating to see so many high school students engaged in this program, and stepping into leadership roles at such a young age. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share more about my journey to politics and connect with students who are making a difference in their communities.
I served as the Keynote Speaker for the Illinois YMCA Youth & Government Opening Ceremony, where I joined over 1,000 student leaders from across the state!
In honor of Women’s History Month, donations will be collected for the WINGS Program. Please consider bringing menstrual items, diapers, baby food and formula, or other essential items.
This is a free event, open to all. Be sure to RSVP by visiting: harpercollege.formstack.com/forms/women_...
On April 1st, I’ll be joining a panel of incredible leaders in our community to celebrate Women’s History Month. We hope you join us on Wednesday 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM at Harper College’s Performing Arts Center!
Reminder: Meetings are held from 5–6 PM at our District Office (1252 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine), across from the Buehler YMCA. Please enter through Door 5.
We hope to see you there! Learn more and sign up for updates: repnabeelasyed.org/youth-advisory-council
Our next Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meeting is just one week away! The first official District 51 Fellowship meeting will follow from 6–7 PM.
This quick guide walks you through how to find a hearing on ilga.gov, create a witness slip, and submit your support or opposition on a specific bill.
If an issue matters to you, your input matters to your representatives.
Want to make your voice heard in Springfield? Filing a witness slip is one of the simplest ways to share your position on legislation before a committee hearing.
