Doris Turner (politician)
Doris Turner is an American politician who has served as a member of the Illinois Senate from the 48th district since February 6, 2021.[1] The 48th district, located in the Springfield metropolitan area and partially in the Metro East, includes all or parts of Christian, Macon, Macoupin, Madison, Montgomery, and Sangamon counties.[2]
Doris Turner | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 48th district | |
| Assumed office February 6, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Andy Manar |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Springfield, Illinois |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Cecil |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Springfield, Illinois, U.S. |
Turner was appointed to the Senate after the previous Senator, Andy Manar, resigned his seat to work as a senior advisor for the J.B. Pritzker administration.[3]
Early life, education, and career
Turner is a lifelong resident of Springfield, Illinois. She worked for the state of Illinois for 33 years. She worked for the Illinois Department of Public Health for 22 years. She was previously a member of the Springfield City Council and the Sangamon County Board. She was a member of the Springfield/Sangamon County Health Initiative Board of Directors. She is a founding member of the Southern Illinois University Federally Qualified Health Center.[4]
Personal life
Turner currently resides in Springfield, Illinois. She and her husband Cecil have three children, ten grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. She is a member of Grace United Methodist Church and worships at Greater All Nations Tabernacle Church of God in Christ.[4]
References
- Espinosa, Sophia (February 6, 2021). "Doris Turner Appointed New 48th District State Senator". WAND (TV). Retrieved April 6, 2021.
- "PA 97-0006 Legislative District 48" (PDF). 2011-05-18. Retrieved 2015-09-07.
- Miller, Rich (January 4, 2021). "*** UPDATED x2 *** Sen. Manar announces resignation". Capitol Fax. Retrieved April 6, 2021.
- "Bio". State Senator Doris Turner. Retrieved 2021-04-06.