Amy Grant wins 42nd District Illinois House seat

Illinois state Rep. Amy L. Grant, Republican, 42nd District, 2020 election — Amy Grant | Provided photo

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Amy Grant has won the 41st District seat in the Illinois House of Representatives, defeating challenger Kathleen V. Carrier, according to returns as reported by the Associated Press.

The Sun-Times endorsed Carrier for the 42nd District Illinois House seat, saying “we need more legislators who will support common sense reforms to help prevent gun violence.”Carrier is currently a precinct committeeman, serving since 2003. She is also the former chair of both the Wayne Township Democratic Party and the Y.W.C.A. DuPage District.Grant has been a DuPage County Board member and is running for the open seat in the 42nd District for the Illinois House.For live election results, visit the Sun-Times election guide.

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