Linda Chapa LaVia
| Linda Chapa LaVia | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 83rd district | |
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Assumed office January 2003 | |
| Preceded by | Brent Hassert (redistricted) |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
August 16, 1966 Aurora, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Vernon |
| Children | Two Children |
| Alma mater | Northern Illinois University |
| Profession | Full Time Legislator |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
Linda Chapa LaVia (born August 16, 1966) is a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 83rd District since 2003. The district covers part of Kane County, including the city of Aurora. She was first elected to the Illinois General Assembly in 2002 defeating Bob O'Connor, an Aurora Alderman-At-Large, becoming the first Hispanic to win a seat in the state legislature outside of Cook County.
On Tuesday, June 24, 2015 she announced her candidacy for Mayor of Aurora, Illinois[1]
The daughter of Texas cotton pickers, Linda attended Northern Illinois University and enrolled in the R.O.T.C. program, later graduating and becoming an officer in the United States Army.[2]
Chapa LaVia served as a delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention.[3]
Chapa LaVia, her husband and two children live in Aurora.
References
- ↑ Lord, Steve (2015-06-24). "Chapa LaVia launches run for Aurora mayor". Aurora Beacon News/Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2015-06-24.
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- ↑ Newman, Craig (2012-09-02). "Who are the Illinois delegates to the Democratic National Convention?". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved 2012-09-06.
External links
- Representative Linda Chapa LaVia (D) 83rd District at the Illinois General Assembly
- Profile at Project Vote Smart
- Linda Chapa LaVia at Illinois House Democrats