State Representative Justin Cochran

08/26/2026

126 years ago today, after a decades-long suffrage movement, the 19th Amendment was adopted to codify women's right to vote. Today and every day, we recognize the dedication of the women who came before us, as well as the continued fight for gender equality in the U.S.

08/19/2026

There are only 16 seats left: join Faly Colaizzi and her mother, Des Plaines resident, Rafaela Hart as they share their story at the Des Plaines Library next Thursday, August 27th.

Register here: https://calendar.dppl.org/event/16685726

08/19/2026

Our staff will be at the Park Ridge Library this morning, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm! Come by and get help with state agency questions and finding local resources.

08/18/2026

Join State Senator Laura Murphy and I next Monday, August 24th, to hear an end-of-summer update on legislative changes coming to our state! We will also have a moderated Q & A!

Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call my office at (224) 500-3605

08/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our first ever job fair today! It was so great to have such a variety of job seekers and employers! We hope everyone who came made meaningful connections on their career journey.

08/14/2026

Whether swimmers are diving into Lake Michigan, farmers are cultivating their crops, or any Illinoisan is using a drinking fountain, water that’s free of toxins and contaminants is essential for life in our state.
I've passed a range of laws to advance this cause, including the Safe Drinking Water Act, which enhances enforcement tools for maintaining water purity standards, because no one should ever face the frustrations, obstacles, or even dangers of contaminated water.
If you think a water source may be unclean, submit a complaint at https://epa.illinois.gov/pollution-complaint/submit-a-complaint.html.

08/12/2026

This month, we shine a light on the needs every person has: adequate rest, good nutrition, opportunities for mindfulness, and the ability to prioritize physical, mental and emotional well-being. These aren't "nice-to-haves"—going without them can lead to long-term health issues. So this month, take a moment for yourself. Spend quality time with those you love. Normalize taking care of your whole self so you can live your best life.

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

Join us for a seminar to hear from AARP about common scams and how to avoid them on August 26th at 1:30 pm. Light snacks will be provided and staff from my office will be available to answer any questions you may have about state resources.

08/07/2026

Calling all Norwood Park Township residents! Join us on August 19th for a property tax workshop, presented by Commissioner Samantha Steele , where you'll be able to get your questions answered by experts and even file your appeal on-site! Space is limited, so registration is encouraged!