SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) was sworn in for a new term Wednesday as the Illinois Senate officially began the 104th General Assembly. She released the following statement:

“I have proudly served the 28th District for several terms and I continue to be honored and blessed to serve my community in the Illinois Senate.

“It is my mission to continue to address issues that are important in all corners of the district. This includes protecting consumers, finding real solutions to problems faced by working families and ensuring government works for everyone.”