News & Achievements - Senator Lakesia Collins

ADVOCATING FOR YOU

SENATOR COLLINS

ACHIEVEMENTS

Senator Collins has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades for her work in the General Assembly to improve equity in maternal health care, enhance the lives of Illinois’ youth, and advocate for marginalized communities.

Community Health and Empowerment Award

AWBC Magazine (2025)

Recognized for her unwavering commitment to advancing health equity, specifically for women of color

Legacy Trailblazer Award

Black Men United (2025)

Recognized for her work in advocating for social justice initiatives and remaining a fierce voice for lasting change in marginalized communities

Richard J. Phelan Profile in Courage Award

Planned Parenthood (2024)

Received for her efforts to improve equity in reproductive care and maternal and infant health (HB5142)

John W. Rogers Jr. Champion in Life Award

Chicago Elite Classic (2024)

Received for her commitment to promoting affordable and accessible higher education

Presidential Award Honoree

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (2024)

Received for her advocacy on behalf of Black women and girls, promoting leadership development and gender equality

Champion of North Lawndale Award

Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (2024)

Recognized for her ongoing commitment to revitalizing the North Lawndale community

The People’s Champ

LiveFree Illinois (2023)

Received for her legislative efforts to improve the lives of children and families

Champion for Illinois Youth Award

Illinois Collaboration on Youth (2023)

Recognized for her tenacity in fighting for a more equitable and just society for all

Margaret Blackshere Women in Leadership Award

Illinois AFL-CIO (2023)

Recognized for being “an upcoming pioneer” in promoting women’s rights and actively supporting labor-approved legislation

Emily Taft Douglas Award

Illinois Democratic Women (2023)

Received for being a tireless advocate for women across Illinois

ACTIVATOR Friend of Agriculture Award

Illinois Farm Bureau (2022)

Recognized by the LaSalle County Farm Bureau for her ongoing support of the agriculture community

Senator Collins is proudly endorsed by the following organizations:

Illinois Alliance for Retired Americans
Citizen Action Illinois
SEIU
CTU

in the news

Press Release

Collins pushes for more support for new mothers on Medicaid

SPRINGFIELD – Continuing her support for mothers across Illinois, State Senator Lakesia Collins is leading a measure to give mothers

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March 19, 2025

Press Release

Collins bill to clarify trespassing and enforcement procedures passes committee

SPRINGFIELD – To assist community members and homeowners, State Senator Lakesia Collins advanced a measure Wednesday to provide guidance to

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February 21, 2025

Press Release

Collins: Birth Equity Grants Coming to the 5th District

CHICAGO – Supporting mothers across Illinois, State Senator Lakesia Collins is excited to announce $450,000 coming to the 5th District as

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February 7, 2025

ADVOCATING FOR YOU

SENATOR COLLINS

ACHIEVEMENTS

Community Health and Empowerment Award

Legacy Trailblazer Award

Richard J. Phelan Profile in Courage Award

John W. Rogers Jr. Champion in Life Award

Presidential Award Honoree

Champion of North Lawndale Award

The People’s Champ

Champion for Illinois Youth Award

Margaret Blackshere Women in Leadership Award

Emily Taft Douglas Award

ACTIVATOR Friend of Agriculture Award

Senator Collins is proudly endorsed by the following organizations:

in the news

Collins pushes for more support for new mothers on Medicaid

Collins bill to clarify trespassing and enforcement procedures passes committee

Collins: Birth Equity Grants Coming to the 5th District

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