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CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker announced that Senator Andy Manar
(D-Bunker Hill) will join his administration to serve as senior
advisor, bringing a wealth of experience and accomplishments on
vital issues in Illinois.
“Andy has been one of the most thoughtful and successful
lawmakers of his generation, and he will be a trusted advisor,”
said Governor JB Pritzker. “In his career, Andy has done so much
to improve the lives of working families. He led the effort to
reform the state’s antiquated education funding formula, made
insulin cheaper for the millions who depend upon it, led efforts
to reform election laws, and oversaw the appropriations
committee during truly challenging times. Any one of those
accomplishments would be hailed as a career capstone, and Andy
has too many to name. I value his insights and look forward to
him joining my administration as we overcome this pandemic and
rebuild Illinois together.”
“Andy is a fiercely devoted public servant with an enviable
track record in the legislature. His counsel and friendship have
been invaluable over the last two years,” said Chief of Staff
Anne Caprara. “We are elated that he will be serving alongside
this team as we face the challenges of the coming years. He is
someone who has always put the needs of the state and its people
front and center, and I am thrilled to have him serve in the
Governor’s office.”
Manar will begin the role on January 19, 2021, shortly after he
steps down from the Illinois Senate. He will work closely with
the governor on his agenda and key priorities. Because of the
breadth of Manar’s policy background, he will advise the
governor on a range of issues, including downstate economic
revitalization, appropriations, and COVID-19 recovery efforts.
“Illinois faces so many challenges, and I look forward to taking
on these challenges from the executive branch,” Senator Manar
said. “Governor Pritzker has shown tremendous leadership in the
most grave crisis this state has experienced in our lifetime,
and I’m honored to share what I’ve learned to advance his agenda
to rebuild our state and stand up for working families.”
[Office of the Governor JB Pritzker]
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