SPRINGFIELD – Following the election of a new Senate President, State Senator Dave Koehler offered the following statement:

“I’d like to offer sincere congratulations to President Harmon on the outcome of today’s election,” Koehler (D-Peoria) said. “Since I’ve known President Harmon he’s demonstrated a fierce commitment to his constituents and to his colleagues, always finding a way to reach a consensus on how to best serve the people of Illinois.”

Lawmakers will return to Springfield on Jan. 28 for the beginning of the spring legislative session.

“With the election behind us, I’m excited to turn my focus to the spring legislative session,” Koehler said. “Between property tax reform, implementation of the infrastructure plan, ethics reform and assisting local communities that have been impacted by power plant closures, there is no shortage of issues our state is facing. The tasks ahead may be difficult, but I’m excited to continue working on behalf of the people in my district.”