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Porfirio announces over $180,000 coming to 11th District libraries

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Thursday, July 09, 2026 01:54 PM

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BURBANK – Thanks to strong support from State Senator Mike Porfirio, the 11th District received over $180,000 in grants to support library services, programming and security upgrades.

“Libraries are more than a place for studying; they are a path to exploration, knowledge and opportunity that is free to access for anyone in the community,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “These grants keep our libraries modernized and well-equipped to ensure programming and resources are available to all.”

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Porfirio welcomes Edgar County Farm Bureau to 11th District

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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 01:30 PM

726734260 1586439963491457 9160052294000315738 nBURBANK — State Senator Mike Porfirio welcomed members of  the Edgar County Farm Bureau to Illinois’ 11th Legislative District to help bridge a connection to his community with farmers from around the state as part of the Adopt-A-Legislator program.

“I’d like to thank the Edgar County Farm Bureau for visiting the 11th District to learn about who we are, our priorities and our needs as a community,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “Visits like these are crucial to bridging connections between the farmers that support production and the food distributors in our district. Our economies and communities are closely intertwined and I look forward continuing this exceptional partnership.”

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Porfirio champions legislation to increase road safety through Senate

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Thursday, May 28, 2026 02:02 PM

050726CM4020SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Mike Porfirio advanced two pieces of legislation that would create safer roadways for drivers, pedestrians and students on buses.

“We need to prioritize legislation that empowers our communities to make road safety changes where they need it most urgently,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “We must also be fair to drivers by ensuring that any revenue collected through traffic infractions are reinvested into initiatives that keep our community safe.”

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Porfirio measure to streamline speed limit and road safety changes for municipalities

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Wednesday, May 06, 2026 04:39 PM

030426CM0051SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Mike Porfirio introduced a measure to help local authorities implement changes that would improve road safety in their areas.

“This legislation puts the safety of our community first by making it easier for local governments to implement safety precautions,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “In situations where changes to speed limits are urgently needed, we want to streamline the process for local municipalities.”

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  1. Porfirio announces biodiversity field trip grants for District 11
  2. Porfirio measure to support innovative therapies for veteran suicide prevention passes Senate
  3. Porfirio continues support for veteran suicide prevention through extending advisory council
  4. Porfirio receives National Innovator of the Year award for leadership on veterans’ suicide prevention
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Dear Friends,

Thank you for visiting my legislative website. It is my honor to serve the citizens of the 11th Senate District in the Illinois General Assembly. On this website, you can learn a little bit about me, my record in the General Assembly, and the services I can provide you.

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Springfield Office:
Stratton Office Building
Section F, Office L
401 S. Spring St.
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0054

District Office:
6215 W. 79th St., Suite 1A
Burbank, IL 60459
(708) 430-2510

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