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John E. Bradley
John E. Bradley (b. May 10, 1971) is a former Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing District 117 from 2003 to 2017. He was appointed to the chamber in June 2003.
Biography
Bradley earned his A.S. and A.A from Southeastern Illinois College, his B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin and his J.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His professional experience includes working as an attorney.[1]
Committee assignments
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Bradley served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Agriculture & Conservation |
| • Judiciary - Civil |
| • Labor & Commerce |
| • Revenue & Finance, Chair |
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Bradley served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Judiciary |
| • Labor & Commerce |
| • Revenue & Finance, Chair |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Bradley served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Judiciary I - Civil Law, Vice chair |
| • Labor, Vice chair |
| • Revenue & Finance, Chair |
| • Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Bradley served on the following committees:
| Illinois committee assignments, 2009 |
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| • Environment & Energy |
| • Judiciary I - Civil Law, Vice chair |
| • Revenue & Finance, Chair |
| • Transportation, Regulation, Roads |
Issues
Workers' compensation
In early 2011, Bradley sponsored a bill that would revamp the workers’ compensation system by reducing benefits for injured workers and beefing up measures to reduce fraudulent claims.
“One of the unique and wonderful opportunities about doing workers’ compensation reform is that you get to make most of the state of Illinois mad at the same time … but to do real reform sometimes you have to do that,” said Rep. Bradley. “What we’ve tried to do is get some sacrifice on a lot of different parties, but not total sacrifice on any one party.”
The initiative is expected to limit the amount those claiming workers’ compensation can receive in wage differentials.
Among those who oppose the bill is Michael Carrigan, AFL-CIO president. Carrigan said that although there had been discussion, many issues were left unresolved.
“[We said] thank you we tried, but no thank you. So there is no agreement,” said Carrigan. “You don't partially sell a car or partially sell a home. You either sell it or you don't.”[2]
Craft brewers
In May 2011, the Illinois House unanimously passed a measure, sponsored by Mautino, that would allow craft brewers to distribute their own beer.
“(The measure) grants a limited option to Illinois and out-of-state start up breweries, defined in the bill as craft brewers, to self-distribute beer products pursuant to a permit issued by the Liquor Control Commission,” said state Rep. Frank J. Mautino.
Senate Bill 754 would allow craft brewers that manufacture up to 465,000 gallons of beer per year to distribute not more than 232,500 gallons of their own beer in that same year.
Although the measure had all of the representatives’ support, Bradley said this proposal is a Pyrrhic victory for craft brewers.
“We have several of these small businesses throughout the state, in particular in my area, and I support their growth and their attempts to do business within the state,” Bradley said. “However I don’t think that this is going to settle the litigation, which is taking place throughout the state.”
Anheuser-Busch has taken Illinois to court for interfering with the beer company’s distributor licenses.
The measure left for the governor’s desk on May 23, 2011.[3]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2016
Elections for the Illinois House of Representatives were held in 2016. The primary election was held on March 15, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was November 30, 2015.[4]
Dave Severin defeated incumbent John E. Bradley in the Illinois House of Representatives District 117 general election.[5][6]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Dave Severin |
52.86% | 26,946 | |
| Democratic | John E. Bradley Incumbent | 47.14% | 24,032 | |
| Total Votes | 50,978 | |||
| Source: Illinois State Board of Elections | ||||
Incumbent John E. Bradley ran unopposed in the Illinois House of Representatives District 117 Democratic primary.[7][8]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | John E. Bradley Incumbent (unopposed) | |
Dave Severin ran unopposed in the Illinois House of Representatives District 117 Republican primary.[9][10]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Dave Severin (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Illinois House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on March 18, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was December 2, 2013. Incumbent John E. Bradley ran unopposed in the Democratic primary and was unchallenged in the general election.[11][12][13]
2012
Bradley won re-election in the 2012 election for Illinois House of Representatives District 117. Bradley was unopposed in the March 20 Democratic primary and defeated Christopher McCann (R) and Dale E. Dorch (C) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[14][15][16]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | John E. Bradley Incumbent |
65.1% | 30,785 | |
| Republican | Christopher McCann | 31.8% | 15,034 | |
| Constitution | Dale E. Dorch | 3.1% | 1,483 | |
| Total Votes | 47,302 | |||
2010
Bradley won re-election to the 117th District seat unopposed. He ran unopposed in the Democratic primary on February 2nd. The general election took place on November 2, 2010.[17]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| John E. Bradley (D)
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31,208 | 100.0% | ||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Democrat John Bradley won re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives District 117 receiving 29,793 votes.[18]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| John E. Bradley (D)
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29,793 | |||
| Ron Emery (R) | 11,826 | |||
2006
On November 7, 2006, Democrat John Bradley won re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives District 117. He ran unopposed receiving 29,793 votes.[19]
| Illinois House of Representatives, District 117 (2006) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| John E. Bradley (D)
|
29,793 | |||
Campaign themes
2012
Bradley's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[20]
- Keeping Our Communities Safe From Sexual Predators
- Excerpt: "The most recent legislation that Representative Bradley helped pass through the House, was Senate Bill 1040. Senate Bill 1040 lengthens the amount of time sex offenders must register with law enforcement and makes them udate (sic) their registrations more often in order to ensure local families know if a sex offender is living near them."
- Reforming the Workers’ Compensation System
- Excerpt: "This spring, Representative Bradley was the Chief Sponsor for House Bill 1698 which reformed the State’s workers’ compensation system. Now law, HB1698 brought pro-business advocates and labor together to make desperately needed changes that expected to cut local employer’s costs by as much as $700 million annually, which will help sustain jobs in Illinois."
- Defending Our Second Amendment Rights
- Excerpt: "Every year, gun-grabbing politicians try to place more restrictions on our right to keep and bear arms. This year was no exception. But bradley (sic) once again stood up to the anti-gun special interests and worked to defeat their radical agenda.
- Honoring Fallen Soldiers and Their Families
- Excerpt: "Every day, members of the Armed Forces fighting the War on Terror put thier (sic) lives on the line to ensure the safety and security of their fellow citizens back home. Some, however, will never return, having made the ultimate sacrafice (sic). Inb (sic) response to demonstations (sic) by hate gourps (sic) at the funerals of fallen soldiers, Representative Bradley strengthened state law by prohibiting anyone from protesting within 300 feet of the entrance or exit of the cemetery or memorial facility before or after a funeral service."
Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
A scorecard evaluates a legislator’s voting record. Its purpose is to inform voters about the legislator’s political positions. Because scorecards have varying purposes and methodologies, each report should be considered on its own merits. For example, an advocacy group’s scorecard may assess a legislator’s voting record on one issue while a state newspaper’s scorecard may evaluate the voting record in its entirety.
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2017
In 2017, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 11 through May 31. There were also special sessions. The 1st special session was June 21-July 6. The 2nd special session was July 26-July 31. During the 3rd special session, the Senate met on August 13, and the House met on August 16. The 4th special session was on August 28-29. There was a veto session from October 24-November 9.
- Legislators are scored on votes on bills that the organization believes show "dedication to social and economic justice as well as protecting Illinois’ consumers."
- Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
- Legislators are scored on their votes on bills that "help or hinder Illinois citizens with developmental disabilities access more included lives in their homes and communities."'
- Legislators are scored on their votes on manufacturing issues.
- Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.
2016
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In 2016, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 13 through May 31.
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2015
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In 2015, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 14 through December 7 (extended session).
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2014
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In 2014, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 29 through June 2.
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2013
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In 2013, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 9 through May 31.
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2012
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In 2012, the Illinois State Legislature was in session from January 11 through May 31.
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Illinois Opportunity Project
The Illinois Opportunity Project, "an independent research and public policy enterprise that promotes legislative solutions in advance of free markets and free minds," annually releases its Legislative Vote Card, grading all members in both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly on the basis of their support of "pro-growth economic policies that increase personal freedom and reign in expansive government."[23][24]
2012
Bradley received a score of 71.43 out of 100 in 2012 for a grade of C according to the IOP’s grading scale. His score was tied for the 27th highest among all 120 members of the Illinois House of Representatives included in the Vote Card.[24]
Personal
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Bradley and his wife, Amy, have two children. He is a member of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Ducks Unlimited, Marion Rotary International, National Rifle Association, National Wild Turkey Federation and The Royalton Lion's Club. He also serves as president of the Southeastern Illinois College Alumni Association.[1]
Recent news
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See also
- Illinois House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Illinois State Legislature
- Illinois state legislative districts
External links
- Campaign Facebook page
- Illinois General Assembly - Representative John E. Bradley (D) 117th District
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Illinois House Democrats - John E. Bradley
- Profile from Open States
- Campaign contributions: 2012, 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Project Vote Smart, "Rep. Bradley," accessed March 9, 2014
- ↑ "Employees lose out in workers’ compensation reform," Illinois Statehouse News, January 10, 2011
- ↑ "Illinois places limits on protests; sex offender law tougher," By Diane S.W. Lee and Mary J. Cristobal, Illinois Statehouse News, May 23, 2011
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election and Campaign Finance Calendar," accessed November 30, 2015
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate list: General Election - 11/8/2016," accessed August 8, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election results, General election 2016," accessed December 15, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate Filing Search," accessed January 3, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election Results: GENERAL PRIMARY - 3/15/2016," accessed August 8, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate Filing Search," accessed January 3, 2016
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Election Results: GENERAL PRIMARY - 3/15/2016," accessed August 8, 2016
- ↑ Illinois Secretary of State, "Official candidate list," accessed March 18, 2014
- ↑ Illinois Board of Elections, "General Primary Election Official Canvass," April 18, 2014
- ↑ Illinois Secretary of State, "Official general election candidate list," accessed March 18, 2014
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Candidate List," accessed December 5, 2011
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, "Official 2012 Primary Results," accessed May 14, 2014
- ↑ Illinois State Board of Elections, “Official Vote - November 6, 2012 General Election,” accessed January 18, 2013
- ↑ Illinois Elections Division, "Illinois Official 2010 General Election Results," November 2, 2010
- ↑ Illinois Elections Division, "Illinois House of Representatives official election results for 2008," November 4, 2008
- ↑ Illinois Elections Division, "Illinois House of Representatives official election results for 2006," November 4, 2006
- ↑ John Bradley, "Local Issues," accessed October 25, 2012
- ↑ Citizen Action Illinois, "99th General Assembly Legislative Scorecard 2016," accessed July 11, 2017
- ↑ Illinois Parents of Adults with Developmental Disabilities, "2016 Illinois Community Living Report," accessed July 11, 2017
- ↑ Illinois Opportunity Project, "The Project," accessed February 21, 2013
- ↑ 24.0 24.1 Illinois Opportunity Project, "Legislative Vote Card home page," accessed February 21, 2013
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by - |
Illinois House of Representatives District 117 2003–2017 |
Succeeded by Dave Severin (R) |
