Chris Welch (politician)
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Emanuel Christopher Welch[1] (born February 6, 1971), known as Chris Welch, is a lawyer and politician who is the Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. A Democrat, he represents the 7th district in Cook County,[2] which includes all or parts of River Forest, Forest Park, Maywood, Broadview, Bellwood, Hillside, Westchester, La Grange Park and Berkeley.[3]
Quick Facts 70th Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, Preceded by ...
Chris Welch | |
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70th Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives | |
Assumed office January 13, 2021 | |
Preceded by | Michael Madigan |
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 7th district | |
Assumed office January 11, 2013 | |
Preceded by | Cory Foster |
Personal details | |
Born | Emanuel Christopher Welch (1971-02-06) February 6, 1971 (age 53) |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | ShawnTe Raines |
Children | 2 |
Education | Northwestern University (BA) John Marshall Law School (JD) |
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Welch was elected the 70th Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives on January 13, 2021, succeeding longtime Speaker Michael Madigan. He is the first African American to serve in this position.