Office of State Representative Carol Ammons

Representative Carol Ammons is a trailblazer and accomplished legislator, currently serving as the bicameral chair of the Illinois Black Caucus and chair of the Small Business, Tech Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Committee. In her fifth term representing the 103rd district in the Illinois General Assembly, she holds the distinction of being the first African-American elected to champion the district's interests, showcasing her pioneering spirit and commitment to diversity. Rep. Ammons's influence extends to her roles as Vice Chair of the Women’s Caucus and joint chair of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, where she spearheads transformative initiatives in Criminal Justice Reform, Education, Workforce Development, Economic Access, Equity, and Opportunity, and Health Care and Human Services. Recognized for her exceptional contributions, she has received prestigious awards, including the Color of Change Thurgood Marshall Award for Public Service and the Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation Legislative Leadership Award. With a career spanning sixteen years across various government levels, Rep. Ammons presides over one standing committee and serves on eight legislative committees, showcasing her versatility and leadership. Her dedication to advancing equity, justice, and her constituents' well-being establishes her as a visionary leader shaping a brighter future for the 103rd district and beyond.