State Rep Mike Kelly

State Rep Mike Kelly State Representative of the 15th House District in the State of Illinois Legislature.

*Please be aware and obey all traffic changes*
06/01/2026

*Please be aware and obey all traffic changes*

Our number one priority from the start was to address the affordability issue that has affected communities across the s...
06/01/2026

Our number one priority from the start was to address the affordability issue that has affected communities across the state. Families are working harder than ever just to make ends meet, and it’s turned into a crisis. This session was about finding solutions and providing relief for Illinoisans to make life easier.
I supported measures that invest in food security for families and community-based approaches to public safety. Some legislation I voted to pass include measures to crack down on junk fees by requiring pricing transparency (House Bill 228), measures to make shopping more affordable by requiring that digital coupons are accessible for all buyers (House Bill 45), and legislation to ensure that emergency service workers have a fair standards and accountability system (House Bill 4477).
I also voted to pass a smart and affordable budget that uplifts working families without any new taxes or significant service cuts, provide tools for property tax relief, expand mental healthcare for service workers and residents in the community, and support affordable housing including homelessness prevention. The budget will also set a temporary freeze on the state gas tax, stopping a new increase that would have taken effect in July.
Massive budget cuts from the federal government halted the funding for many critical public safety services and other programs that our communities rely on. But people shouldn’t have to go without or struggle just because of what is happening at the federal level. And what I worked on through this session was a way to change that and make sure that our state continues to go in the right direction.

The 016 District Councilwill host its next Public Meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Residents can attend in ...
06/01/2026

The 016 District Councilwill host its next Public Meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Residents can attend in person at Hiawatha Park (8029 W Forest Preserve) or join virtually via Zoom at bit.ly/16thDCZoom. This month's meeting features a guest speaker from the Cook County State’s Attorney's Office, who will discuss the specific actions being taken to address and combat crime on the CTA. Community members are encouraged to attend to stay informed and participate in this vital public safety discussion.

On World Hunger Day, we highlight the need to end global hunger by fixing its root causes, like poverty and climate chan...
05/28/2026

On World Hunger Day, we highlight the need to end global hunger by fixing its root causes, like poverty and climate change. We focus on long-term solutions like helping farmers and building strong local food systems. Today is a reminder that the world produces enough food for everyone, and by working together, we can create a future where no one has to go hungry.

Congratulations to Rick Kwasneski from PACE for his retirement after 20 years as Chairman of the Board!
05/27/2026

Congratulations to Rick Kwasneski from PACE for his retirement after 20 years as Chairman of the Board!

Forest Preserves of Cook County Police detectives are asking the public for information in their investigation of a crim...
05/26/2026

Forest Preserves of Cook County Police detectives are asking the public for information in their investigation of a criminal sexual assault of a 29-year-old woman in LaBagh Woods at approximately 12:30 pm on Saturday, May 23. The incident occurred off-trail in a heavily wooded area in the eastern side of the preserve.

The offender is described as a white male about 6 feet tall with a long brown and blond beard reaching to his chest. He was wearing a dark shirt, black beanie hat, dark sunglasses and a zip-up black jacket with a red stripe on the shoulder. Anyone with information about this person or incident is asked to call Cook County Dispatch: 847-635-1188.

Forest Preserves Police, with the assistance of the Chicago Police Department and Cook County Sheriff’s Police, have been canvassing the area as part of the investigation. For public safety and to further the investigation, Forest Preserves Police have increased car patrols and ATV and bicycle patrols in the area.

It was a productive week in the legislature! We are moving forward on key initiatives to protect our communities and sup...
05/26/2026

It was a productive week in the legislature! We are moving forward on key initiatives to protect our communities and support our essential workers. I’m proud to share that three crucial pieces of legislation have officially passed both the House and the Senate: House Bill 5480, which focuses on upgrading our fire reporting system; House Bill 4560, delivering greater protections against fraud; and House Bill 4477, ensuring accountability and fairness for our emergency service workers.

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Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Home of t...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Home of the free, because of the brave.

It was a pleasure meeting with members of the HANA Center community at the Capitol for Asian American Action Day! Hearin...
05/23/2026

It was a pleasure meeting with members of the HANA Center community at the Capitol for Asian American Action Day! Hearing directly from our residents is essential to making sure our community's needs are represented.

REMINDER: Critical replacement of the Devon Avenue bridge over I-94. Construction Work to begin between May 26th and Jun...
05/22/2026

REMINDER: Critical replacement of the Devon Avenue bridge over I-94. Construction Work to begin between May 26th and June 6th**

The first stage, to begin between May 26th and June 6th, includes a temporary traffic signal installation at the Devon/Cicero intersection – temporary lane closures to work on those 4 corners, sidewalk construction on the north side of Devon between Le Mai and Longmeadow – creating a sidewalk where one did not exist, and staging traffic on I-94 (Edens) to be performed at nighttime with lane closures on I-94 – no impact on Devon.

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternative routes are encouraged. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

If you encounter any immediate issues or have specific questions, please contact our office directly.

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4200 West Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL
60630

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Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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