State Representative Justin Cochran

06/02/2026

Here are just some of the bills passed this session, including new regulations for AI companies, strict restrictions on ICE detention center locations, a ban on price gouging based on consumer data, and more!

06/01/2026

After a very late night, we adjourned the spring session with a budget based on a conservative revenue estimate and budgeted to end the year with a surplus. Keep watching this space for more updates to come on all of the bills that passed this session!

05/29/2026

Today, we adopted House Resolution 693, condemning Russia's ongoing illegal invasion and occupation of Ukraine, as well as the forced deportation and kidnapping of Ukrainian children. It also reaffirms our support for the values we share with the Ukrainian people: human rights, democracy, self governance and national sovereignty. With this resolution, we stand with our Ukrainian neighbors who live in Illinois.

05/28/2026

In June, we will be collecting clothes for the Q Closet at the Kenneth Young Center, which is an always-free shopping experience for q***r people!

05/26/2026

I'm excited to announce that two of the bills I sponsored in the House have passed in the Senate! HB4702 requires companies to list the ingredients in diapers. HB4442 extends the sunset date of the High-Speed Railway Commission to January 1, 2030. They will now head to the Governor's desk!

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we remember the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice. We remain committed to honoring their legacy by supporting veterans and military families with care, housing, and benefits.

05/24/2026

$2 billion for the guys who besieged our Capitol. $25 billion for Iran.

It's been a great week to be an enemy of the US!

05/24/2026

I am horrified to learn of the severe injuries sustained by the son of Sean Connolly. This kind of violence is unbelievable and intolerable.

I post this in accordance with Mr. Connolly's hopes, that it may reach someone who has footage or knowledge of the attack. If it does, please reach out to the proper authorities.

My best wishes and prayers are with the Connolly family, and I wish your son a full and healthy recovery.

https://abc7chicago.com/post/14-year-old-boy-suffers-severe-brain-injuries-during-fight-park-ridge-father-sean-connolly-says/19153705/

May 22, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
INCIDENT: Battery Investigation
DATE: May 18th, 2026
TIME: Between 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM
LOCATION: Unknown

The Park Ridge Police Department is conducting a battery investigation that occurred on the evening of Monday, May 18th.
The location of the incident is currently not known; however, it is believed to have occurred in a neighborhood between the areas of Oakton and Prospect and Cumberland and Devon.

Due to the serious injuries sustained by the victim, the Park Ridge Police Department is asking residents in the surrounding area who have doorbell or surveillance cameras to review footage from Monday, May 18th, between 6:30 PM and 8:15 PM for video that may show one or two male teenagers walking in the area or involved in a physical altercation.

Anyone with information should contact the Park Ridge Police Investigations Unit at 847-318-5305 or by email at [email protected].

This is an isolated incident and there is no danger to the community.

05/20/2026

Come say hi and hear about the work we did this legislative session at our joint town hall on June 16th at the Des Plaines History Center!

05/18/2026

I'm excited to announce our summer remote hours at the Park Ridge Public Library. My office can assist with various state and local government matters, such as I-Cash, licensing, SNAP/TANF benefits, driver and vehicle services, and more!