Brady named to Senate Republican leadership post

[February 16, 2011]  SPRINGFIELD -- State Sen. Bill Brady, R-Bloomington, has been named to the Senate Republican leadership team for the 97th biennial session of the Illinois General Assembly.

The 44th District senator has been asked to serve as assistant Senate Republican leader by Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno of Lemont.

"Bill Brady's background as a business owner and his legislative work with pension, insurance and workers' compensation issues provides our caucus with valuable insights into the very real challenges that face Illinois citizens," Radogno said. "Bill will play an integral role in the caucus's strategy and policy decisions, and we are proud to have him as part of our leadership team."

Brady has also been named to five Senate committees. He will continue his responsibilities as Republican spokesman for the Insurance Committee, which examines legislation affecting the insurance industry and policy holders. He will also serve as a member of the Energy, Environment, Executive, and Pensions and Investments committees.

The Energy Committee reviews legislation that affects power and utilities issues.

The Environment Committee handles legislation that addresses recycling and the environment.

The Executive Committee considers changes to the state's constitution, state government policies and other high-profile issues.

The Pensions and Investments Committee oversees laws affecting the five state pension systems for public employees and local government pension funds.

The Senate's 25 standing committees analyze legislation dealing with specific subject areas, such as education, agriculture and transportation. Committees screen legislation introduced by all members, and usually only those bills approved by a committee may be considered by the entire Senate.

[Text from file sent on behalf of Sen. Bill Brady by Illinois Senate Republican staff]