State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) spoke with students at the Full Armor Christian Academy located in Olney earlier this week. As part of their “Constitution” education, Rep. Wilhour spoke about the Illinois General Assembly and his position in the House of Representatives.
“It is important for young people to hear from actual elected officials to help compliment what they are learning from their teachers and textbooks,” commented Rep. Wilhour, who is serving his third term in the Illinois House. “Young people are going to be the next generation of leaders and a robust civics education curriculum is key for them to understand their rights and obligations to participate in the American system and preserve our great Republic.”
In addition to discussing why he ran for public office to help change the culture of corruption in Illinois and bring accountability to the tax dollars being spent, Rep. Wilhour spoke about the legislative process and the different committees which he currently serves. Committee assignments change every two years when the General Assembly changes.
Some of the House Committees Rep. Wilhour currently serves on include the Appropriations – Elementary & Secondary Education Committee where he is the ranking Republican Spokesperson, the Ethics & Elections Committee, the Labor & Commerce Committee, the Personnel & Pensions Committee, and the Small Business – Tech Innovation Committee where he is also the Republican Spokesperson.
Students are encouraged to become involved with the state government process by following proceedings of the General Assembly and tracking legislation online at ilga.gov and receiving legislative updates through a free electronic newsletter by registering at the RepWilhour.com web page. Students who want to learn more about the Illinois General Assembly may inquire about the Page-for-a-Day program by contacting the Springfield office at 217-782-0066.
and explains how the legislature operates in Illinois.
