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Bourne Advisory Committees

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 08:45:56 CDT

State Representative Avery Bourne has been meeting with advisory committees throughout the month of September. The groups meet twice a year and are comprised of experts and concerned citizens from throughout the ninety-fifth district. The five committees include agriculture, education, healthcare, millennials, and veterans.

Advisory committees gather information and opinions about community issues and potential legislative changes. Additionally, they review and advise Bourne on legislation designed to improve the quality of life within the district.

The Veterans Advisory Committee had success during the last legislative session with several bills becoming law, and there are more legislative issues they are hoping to see enacted in the future. Most recently, the Agriculture Committee discussed transportation needs and the impact of the higher education system on agriculture industries.

Representative Bourne welcomes anyone from the community who would like to share their thoughts or concerns by joining a committee. The next meeting of the advisory boards will be in February 2017. Those interested in signing up can contact Bourne's office in Litchfield at 217-324-5200.