Daniel V. Beiser

Daniel V. Beiser is an American politician and former Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 111th District.

Daniel Beiser
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
from the 111th district
In office
December 2004 (2004-December) – December 17, 2017 (2017-12-17)
Preceded bySteve Davis
Succeeded byMonica Bristow
Personal details
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseTerri
ChildrenTwo Children
ResidenceAlton, Illinois
Alma materSouthern Illinois University

He was appointed in 2004 to replace Steve Davis who resigned.[1] Beiser has bachelor's and master's degrees from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.[1]

In his time as Representative, Beiser addressed significant issues facing the Metro-east, including education funding; the fight against methamphetamine and sex offenders; and the protection of Social Security. Beiser has also taken a leading role in the fight to provide financial relief for local residents in light of increased electric rates and sponsored a non-partisan conceal carry bill.[2]

On August 30, 2017, Beiser announced his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives, making him the 15th legislator in 2017 to do so.[3] He then resigned on December 17, 2017.[4] Monica Bristow was appointed to succeed Beiser as state representative.[5]

On August 28, 2019, Governor J.B. Prizker appointed Beiser to serve as a member of the Illinois Racing Board.[6] On April 23, 2020, Pritzker designated Beiser to be the Chair of the Board.[7] On January 10, 2021, Pritzker nominated Beiser for a term ending July 1, 2026.[8] He was not confirmed during the 101st General Assembly and his appointment was carried over to the 102nd General Assembly for consideration.[9]

References
  1. Carson, Bethany (January 2007). "New Illinois Lawmakers in the 95th General Assembly". Illinois Issues. Springfield, Illinois: University of Illinois at Springfield. Archived from the original on September 4, 2010. Retrieved August 31, 2017.
  2. "Meet Dan | Dan Beiser - Illinois State Representative 111th District". www.representativebeiser.com. Retrieved 2016-08-22.
  3. Miller, Rich (August 30, 2017). "Beiser won't run again". Capitol Fax. Springfield, Illinois. Retrieved August 31, 2017.
  4. WCSJ News: State Rep. Dan Beiser The Latest To Leave Illinois Capitol
  5. "Monica Bristow sworn in as State Representative in 111th District". RiverBender.com. Jerseyville, Illinois. December 19, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
  6. "Governor Pritzker Makes Appointment to Racing Board, Lunt Resigns" (PDF). Illinois Racing Board. August 28, 2019. Retrieved February 10, 2021.
  7. "Pritzker Designated Beiser as Chair" (PDF). Illinois Racing Board. April 24, 2020. Retrieved February 10, 2021.
  8. Pritzker, J.B. (January 10, 2021). "Appointment Message 1010456". Letter to Illinois Senate.
  9. Pritzker, J.B. (February 4, 2021). "Appointment Message 1010456". Letter to Illinois Senate.


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