Fine Backed Law Allowing 17-Year-Olds Voting

Legislation supported by state Rep. Laura Fine (D-Glenview) allowing 17-year-old Illinois residents to vote in primary elections if they are going to be 18-years-old at the time of general election was recently signed into law, according to a press release.

“This is a positive step encouraging young people to become civically engaged,” Fine said in a press release. “I hope that by changing the law to allow young people to participate in the election process from the very beginning, we are empowering them to make sure their voices are heard.”

The law will go into effect next year. Nearly 20 other states, including Iowa, Indiana and Ohio, already have a similar law in place. 

“As lawmakers continue to work to get Illinois back on the right track, we will make many decisions that will affect the lives of the young people in our state,” Fine said in the release. “They deserve to be more actively involved in the democratic process.” 

For more information this or other pieces of legislation, call Rep. Fine’s constituent service office at (847) 998-1717 or by e-mail RepFine@gmail.com.