Youth Role Models
Avery Bourne
IL State Representative
Bio
Avery Bourne (age 29) is a state representative for Illinois’ 95th Legislative District. She was first appointed to the office in February of 2015 at the age of 22 and would go on to win re-election twice, most recently in 2020. Bourne’s committee assignments largely focus on education policy, and she serves as the Republican spokesperson for the School Curriculum Policies Committee. In January, 2022, Bourne announced her candidacy for Lt. Governor of Illinois, joining the ticket of Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin. Learn more about her on her official website.
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In the News
“There is no better way to win the support of a voter than meeting them in person…You need a goal, a message, and questions for your constituents.”
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