Sally Turner (politician)
Sally Turner is an American politician serving as a member of the Illinois Senate from the 44th district. Nominated on January 25, 2021, she succeeded Minority Leader Bill Brady.
Sally Turner | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 44th district | |
| Assumed office January 25, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Bill Brady |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | John Turner |
| Residence | Beason, Illinois |
| Alma mater | University of Illinois (B.S.) Lincoln Christian University (M.S.) |
| Profession | Politician |
Education
Turner earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in legal studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and a Master of Science in organizational leadership from Lincoln Christian University.[1]
Career
After earning her master's degree, Turner worked as a juvenile probation officer and paralegal in the office of the Logan County State's Attorney.[2]
Turner was previously the County Clerk of Logan County from 1994 until 2018.[3] Turner was appointed to the Illinois Senate by Republican leadership on January 25, 2021 to succeed former Minority Leader Bill Brady.[4] The 44th district includes all or parts of McLean County, Illinois, Menard, Sangamon, and Tazewell counties.[5]
Personal life
She and her husband, Appellate Court Justice John Turner, live in Beason, Illinois.[4][1]
References
- Solutions, LRS Web. "Sally Turner appointed as Illinois State Senator". senategop.state.il.us. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- "Sally Turner appointed as Illinois State Senator". WJBC AM 1230. 2021-01-25. Retrieved 2021-01-25.
- Staff Report (December 11, 2017). "Turner plans to retire". Lincoln Courier. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
- Miller, Rich (January 25, 2021). "Musical Chairs". Capitol Fax. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
- Veeneman, Drew. "44th Senate District" (PDF). precinctmaps.com. Archived from the original (PDF) on November 8, 2012.