SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) released the following statement after being appointed to serve as majority caucus whip for the 104th General Assembly:
“I am honored to share that Senate President Don Harmon and my colleagues have chosen me as one of the Majority Caucus Whips. I look forward to continuing to advocate on behalf of working and middle class families of the 8th District and across the state of Illinois in this new role.
As we get to work in the 104th General Assembly, I am more committed than ever to redoubling our efforts on issues such as addressing income inequality, reducing gun violence, spurring small business growth, investing in public transit, and advancing the rights of workers, women, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQ community.”