Diane M. Harris

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I retired from ComEd after 32 years of dedicated service in the electric utility industry. With many years as an IBEW Steward, I’ve represented workers and I’ll bring that same support to Springfield. After retirement, I became an entrepreneur owning a ladies dress shop in downtown Joliet, a former licensed insurance agent, a long standing notary public, commissioned by the State of Illinois for over 10 years. I am still active today certified licensed and bonded as Notary Signing Agent. I’m also a substitute teacher in the local high school District 204, where I stay connected with our youth and community while remaining deeply involved in faith and service, attending church regularly.

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Many DMV offices have closed inconveniencing residents. Currently Kiosks exist in just 15 spots, mostly urban, leaving most of Illinois behind. My plan will offer kiosks in areas that are forgotten, speed up the Fast Lane service and update the 1980s systems risk hacks offering modern technology and innovativeness for all: a unified online portal will streamline services, present drive up services, maintaining cyber security while keeping you and your families data safe. I believe in hard work, high ethical standards, and a servant-minded leadership. Review the 885M spending budget for waste and fraud and bring relief to Veterans and Seniors on their vehicle registrations. Everyone deserves a leader who will put the people first. I'm committed to Faster, Fairer service for all! As your Constitutional Officer, I'm fit for duty and ready to go to work for you!

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I will work together with other government offices to improve records, protect the vote and secure election integrity while helping to alleviate any fraud, waste or corruption. Also to remove appointments and offer DMV services for all within their own taxing jurisdiction, protect tax payer dollars, protect personal data from cyber breaches, and promote enhanced driver programs with school partnerships. I believe in hard work, practical leadership, and servant minded governance.

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Third, modernize with innovative technology for all: a unified online portal will streamline services, maintaining cyber security while maintaining improvements and keeping your data safe while focusing on smart rules of the roads to keep our families safe.

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As your next Secretary of State, Diane will open the door to all citizens for DMV services: Advocate for safer smarter rules of the roads protecting families safety and young drivers, Expedite customer service in person and remote services Clean up the voter rolls and promote election integrity during all registrations Strengthen cybersecurity to protect against fraud and protect your personal information, Deliver modern, innovative services that are faster, fairer, and more accessible to all Illinoisans. Work with legislators to reduce fees for Seniors, Veterans and DMV customers Create a customer friendly and respectful environment

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Currently, Kiosks exist in just 15 spots, mostly urban, leaving most of Illinois behind. My plan will speed up the Fast Lane service and update the 1980s systems risk hacks.

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Walk ins for everyone because everyone deserves DMV services; feasibility study for Drive up for the small transactions. Review the budget for waste and spending to allow discounts for Veterans and Seniors.

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We will protect Election Integrity first during the registration process and focus on cleaning and securing the legacy of our Illinois history.

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Also, In some areas, his office isn’t delivering on Fast Lane. Appointments. Rural areas like Macon and Jackson are neglected, with no nearby facilities. This is where Kiosks will be most useful.

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Meaningful progress can't be made alone, I need your support. So on November 3, 2026, I humbly ask for your vote to elect, Diane Harris, as your next Illinois Secretary of State. Let’s build a government that is faster, fairer, for all!

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Conservative leader with proven customer service experience to better meet the needs of the DMV office. Retired Liability Representative from ComEd and small business owner. Currently elected as Joliet Junior College Trustee and 23rd Precinct Committee. She’s also appointed to the Joliet Public Library. Her experience with budgets, management, customer relations, and professionalism prepared her for the roll as Secretary of State. She is ready and committed to serving all Illinoisans with excellence, integrity and will put the people first. She has 3 adult children and one dog.