state senator patrick joyce

“The amount of food deserts in the region is depriving people and families from fresh food options,” said Joyce (D-Essex). #grocery

“We must provide insight and proper education so children will be knowledgeable about the damage that can come from fires..." #illinoissenate

The three communities in Joyce’s district who have received Lead Service Line Inventory Grants are Chicago Heights, South Chicago Heights and Steger. #lead

“Striking a balance in closing the digital divide between both unserved and underserved areas will give our children access to more opportunities and put them on a path for success,” Joyce said.

This legislation requires the ICC to provide a landowner notice via certified mail, rather than registered mail, of a utility's plan to construct a high voltage electric service line across their property. The cost of certified mail starts at $3.75. #patrickjoyce

“As lifetime FFA member myself, I am proud to champion legislation that has full support across the board,” said Joyce. “FFA taught me so many valuable lessons that I still hold and apply to my life as a farmer and state senator – and I want to provide those same opportunities for other students across our state.” #FFA

As I travel around the 40th Senate District, I hear time and again about the importance of public safety. We see the news reports all the time of lawlessness and crime in our large cities, and we simply cannot stand for that happening here.

“Giving residents the opportunity to come to the table and provide input on what’s happening in our community or in Springfield is vital, and that’s why my office continues to host events like this,” Joyce said