Senator Linda Holmes
@senlindaholmes.bsky.social
Illinois State Senator for the 42nd District since 2007 | Aurora, IL
Assistant Caucus Majority Leader | www.senatorholmes.com
Assistant Caucus Majority Leader | www.senatorholmes.com
🍂 Today we reflect with gratitude for family, friends and community. Wishing you warmth and kindness. 💙 #ThanksgivingDay
November 27, 2025 at 9:03 PM
🍂 Today we reflect with gratitude for family, friends and community. Wishing you warmth and kindness. 💙 #ThanksgivingDay
Today we give our deepest respects to service members and the sacrifices they have made for our country. We honor you and thank you for your service this #VeteransDay.
November 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Today we give our deepest respects to service members and the sacrifices they have made for our country. We honor you and thank you for your service this #VeteransDay.
Our two-year pursuit to empower terminally ill adults in Illinois to choose to end their suffering on their own terms was passed in the Illinois State Senate Friday. Senate Bill 1950 heads to the governor's office for further action. #EndOfLifeOptions youtu.be/ZRk5vpLk0IM?...
Holmes legislation empowering terminally ill adults to consider end-of-life options passes Senate
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November 5, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Our two-year pursuit to empower terminally ill adults in Illinois to choose to end their suffering on their own terms was passed in the Illinois State Senate Friday. Senate Bill 1950 heads to the governor's office for further action. #EndOfLifeOptions youtu.be/ZRk5vpLk0IM?...
Despite the financial uncertainty from the federal government, Illinois passed another fair and equitable balanced budget that led the state to its 10th credit upgrade in less than five years.
October 28, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Despite the financial uncertainty from the federal government, Illinois passed another fair and equitable balanced budget that led the state to its 10th credit upgrade in less than five years.
The federal government's plan to cut SNAP funding means 1.9 million Illinois residents – including nearly 22,000 in the 42nd District -- are at risk of losing food assistance benefits starting Nov. 1. ilsenatedems.co/l2VU50XiEIP
October 27, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The federal government's plan to cut SNAP funding means 1.9 million Illinois residents – including nearly 22,000 in the 42nd District -- are at risk of losing food assistance benefits starting Nov. 1. ilsenatedems.co/l2VU50XiEIP
Despite the financial uncertainty from the federal government, Illinois passed another fair and equitable balanced budget that led the state to its 10th credit upgrade in less than five years.
October 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Despite the financial uncertainty from the federal government, Illinois passed another fair and equitable balanced budget that led the state to its 10th credit upgrade in less than five years.
Holmes announces $132.5 million in infrastructure improvements coming to the 42nd District @illinoisdot.bsky.social
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October 8, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Holmes announces $132.5 million in infrastructure improvements coming to the 42nd District @illinoisdot.bsky.social
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⚠️ This Fire Prevention Week, take a moment to talk about a home escape plan and fire safety practices with your household – especially the little ones. For kids’ fire safety resources from the National Fire Protection Association, visit ilsendems.co/3FfMLoM.
October 8, 2025 at 8:03 PM
⚠️ This Fire Prevention Week, take a moment to talk about a home escape plan and fire safety practices with your household – especially the little ones. For kids’ fire safety resources from the National Fire Protection Association, visit ilsendems.co/3FfMLoM.
The National League of POW-MIA Families reminds us we need the fullest possible accounting for those Americans still missing and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War and repatriation of all recoverable remains. Visit pow-miafamilies.org.
September 19, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The National League of POW-MIA Families reminds us we need the fullest possible accounting for those Americans still missing and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War and repatriation of all recoverable remains. Visit pow-miafamilies.org.
Sept. 11, 2001. A day none of us will ever forget. Twenty-four years later, let us recall how Americans helped each other cope, recover and grieve, and think of the first responders and everyday folks who lost their lives.
September 11, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Sept. 11, 2001. A day none of us will ever forget. Twenty-four years later, let us recall how Americans helped each other cope, recover and grieve, and think of the first responders and everyday folks who lost their lives.
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My consumer electronics recycling bill to allow greater access and a wider range of products has been signed into law! Soon, you can get rid of old phones, monitors, hard drives, bins of cords, speakers, and you'll be securing public health and safety. (House Bill 3098)
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August 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
My consumer electronics recycling bill to allow greater access and a wider range of products has been signed into law! Soon, you can get rid of old phones, monitors, hard drives, bins of cords, speakers, and you'll be securing public health and safety. (House Bill 3098)
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Holmes announces nearly $2 million in additional funds for area school districts ilsenatedems.co/Q9Oh50WBvSP
August 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Holmes announces nearly $2 million in additional funds for area school districts ilsenatedems.co/Q9Oh50WBvSP
The Purple Heart is the oldest U.S. military decoration, awarded to those who have been wounded or lost their lives defending our freedoms. Today we remember and honor these service members. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten.
August 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The Purple Heart is the oldest U.S. military decoration, awarded to those who have been wounded or lost their lives defending our freedoms. Today we remember and honor these service members. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten.
Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship grants help connect residents to good-paying careers in the trades. Apply by 5pm on Aug. 31 for up to $550k for pre-apprenticeship training across the state. ilsenatedems.co/l2aN50WvsLW
July 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship grants help connect residents to good-paying careers in the trades. Apply by 5pm on Aug. 31 for up to $550k for pre-apprenticeship training across the state. ilsenatedems.co/l2aN50WvsLW
Please take extreme heat alerts seriously. Make sure you and your family are prepared, and check in with your elderly neighbors and others who are most vulnerable to these dangerous conditions.
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It'll be dangerously hot and humid this week, especially Wednesday. Take steps to stay cool:
- Stay inside as much as possible
- Keep curtains and shades drawn
- Take cool showers
- Visit a cooling....
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July 22, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Please take extreme heat alerts seriously. Make sure you and your family are prepared, and check in with your elderly neighbors and others who are most vulnerable to these dangerous conditions.
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TONIGHT! State Rep. Matt Hanson and I are hosting a town hall to talk about legislation passed this session, and Illinois' 2026 state budget. Join us at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S 7th St, Geneva, IL 60134. Doors open at 6:15!
Holmes, Hanson invite residents to legislative town hall July 22 ilsenatedems.co/RHtj50Wqers
July 22, 2025 at 5:07 PM
TONIGHT! State Rep. Matt Hanson and I are hosting a town hall to talk about legislation passed this session, and Illinois' 2026 state budget. Join us at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S 7th St, Geneva, IL 60134. Doors open at 6:15!
Holmes, Hanson invite residents to legislative town hall July 22 ilsenatedems.co/RHtj50Wqers
July 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Holmes, Hanson invite residents to legislative town hall July 22 ilsenatedems.co/RHtj50Wqers
I'm happy to announce eight area libraries will receive $622k in grants. The grants empower and engage all ages, abilities and interests of the communities they serve: Aurora, Batavia, Geneva, Messenger, St. Charles, Oswego, St. Charles, Sugar Grove, Yorkville! 📚 💻 📽️ 🎼 🎨 ilsenatedems.co/PmLx50WnZ1a
July 10, 2025 at 7:54 PM
I'm happy to announce eight area libraries will receive $622k in grants. The grants empower and engage all ages, abilities and interests of the communities they serve: Aurora, Batavia, Geneva, Messenger, St. Charles, Oswego, St. Charles, Sugar Grove, Yorkville! 📚 💻 📽️ 🎼 🎨 ilsenatedems.co/PmLx50WnZ1a
Independence Day celebrates our nation’s birth in 1776. This year, let’s reaffirm our commitment to securing liberty and justice for all. Remember to celebrate safely: Stay hydrated and leave the fireworks to the professionals. Happy Fourth of July!
July 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Independence Day celebrates our nation’s birth in 1776. This year, let’s reaffirm our commitment to securing liberty and justice for all. Remember to celebrate safely: Stay hydrated and leave the fireworks to the professionals. Happy Fourth of July!
Every year on June 27, CDC observes HIV Testing Day. Knowing your status gives you powerful information to keep you and your partner healthy -- get tested today: gettested.cdc.gov
June 27, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Every year on June 27, CDC observes HIV Testing Day. Knowing your status gives you powerful information to keep you and your partner healthy -- get tested today: gettested.cdc.gov
This spring I sponsored SB3760 to let @illinoisdnr.bsky.social set the hunting and trapping seasons for gray foxes based on current research: their populations have declined in the past 30 years, this may help them recover. It passed both Houses.
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June 13, 2025 at 6:35 PM
This spring I sponsored SB3760 to let @illinoisdnr.bsky.social set the hunting and trapping seasons for gray foxes based on current research: their populations have declined in the past 30 years, this may help them recover. It passed both Houses.
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Great results in just two years: a bill I passed in 2023 prepared @cms.illinois.gov’s for historic progress in their hiring process in 2025:
✅ Hiring timeline down 58%
✅ Vacancy rate nearly cut in half
✅ Job applications up 311% after electronic system rollout
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✅ Hiring timeline down 58%
✅ Vacancy rate nearly cut in half
✅ Job applications up 311% after electronic system rollout
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June 13, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Great results in just two years: a bill I passed in 2023 prepared @cms.illinois.gov’s for historic progress in their hiring process in 2025:
✅ Hiring timeline down 58%
✅ Vacancy rate nearly cut in half
✅ Job applications up 311% after electronic system rollout
ilsenatedems.co/Hrb150W9ckx
✅ Hiring timeline down 58%
✅ Vacancy rate nearly cut in half
✅ Job applications up 311% after electronic system rollout
ilsenatedems.co/Hrb150W9ckx
The Illinois General Assembly passed a budget in late May. I believe it builds on the strength we've achieved in recent years to prepare us to weather any chaos from the administration in Washington. Here's why: ilsenatedems.co/eMZ150W99QU
June 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The Illinois General Assembly passed a budget in late May. I believe it builds on the strength we've achieved in recent years to prepare us to weather any chaos from the administration in Washington. Here's why: ilsenatedems.co/eMZ150W99QU