Arthur Turner
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Arthur L. Turner is the Illinois State Representative for the 9th district, which he has served since 1981.
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[edit] Early life
Turner holds a B.S. from Illinois State University in business administration. Turner earned his master’s degree in social justice and then went to work as an investigator for the Cook County States’ Attorney.
[edit] State Representative
As a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, Turner is a member of two committees, the Committee of the Whole and Rules. As a State Representative, Turner has promoted fair housing legislation. He spearheaded a trust fund to buy and renovate housing to make affordable units available to low-income families. The Fund averages about $18 million per year and helps familes statewide. Turner also supported tougher restrictions when deciding whether a repeat domestic violence abuser should be let out on bail.
[edit] Personal life
Representative Turner and his wife have two sons and reside in neighborhood of North Lawndale, Chicago. He was born and raised there and lives a half a block away from his childhood home.
[edit] References
- Galarza, April. "Community leader Bland takes on Turner in 9th House District," The Gazette (Chicago), Nov. 3, 2006.
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[edit] Links
IL General Assembly Page [1]
IL State Legislature's Online History [2]
