Tom Rooney (Illinois politician)
Tom Rooney | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 27th district | |
| Assumed office September 28, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Matt Murphy |
| Mayor of Rolling Meadows | |
| In office May 2011 – September 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Ken Nelson |
| Succeeded by | Len Prejna |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 24, 1968 Evanston, Illinois |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | Two |
| Residence | Rolling Meadows, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Loyola University (B.A.) Northern Illinois University (M.P.A.) |
| Profession | Teacher |
Tom Rooney is a Republican member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 27th district since his September 2016 appointment to replace outgoing Senator Matt Murphy.[1][2] The 27th district includes parts of Arlington Heights, Barrington, Buffalo Grove, Inverness, Palatine, Wheeling, Prospect Heights and South Barrington.[3] Prior to his appointment, he served as Mayor of Rolling Meadows succeeding Ken Nelson and as a member of the Rolling Meadows city council.[4] Tom Rooney also teaches U.S. History at West Leyden High School.
References
- ^ Lester, Kerry (September 15, 2016). "Rolling Meadows' mayor to replace Murphy in state Senate". Daily Herald. Retrieved September 15, 2016.
- ^ Lester, Kerry (September 28, 2016). "Will Roskam debate for first time in 8 years?: Swearing in". Retrieved September 29, 2016.
- ^ "PA 97-0006 Legislative District 27" (PDF). 2011-05-18. Retrieved 2015-11-29.
- ^ Adams, Craig (April 6, 2011). "Meet Mayor Rooney". Journal & Topics Online. Retrieved September 15, 2016.