Eddie Lee Jackson facts for kids
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Eddie Lee Jackson
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| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 114th district |
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| In office January 9, 2009 – January 11, 2017 |
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| Preceded by | Wyvetter H. Younge |
| Succeeded by | LaToya Greenwood |
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| Born | July 7, 1949 Canalou, Missouri |
| Died | December 18, 2020 (aged 71) East St. Louis, Illinois |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | East St. Louis, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Southern Illinois University |
| Profession | School Principal (retired) |
Eddie Lee Jackson (born July 7, 1949 – died December 18, 2020) was an American politician. He worked to represent the people of his home state, Illinois.
Eddie Lee Jackson's Public Service
Eddie Lee Jackson was a member of the Democratic Party. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives. This is a group of elected officials. They make laws for the state of Illinois. He represented the 114th District. This is a specific area of Illinois. He started his work on January 9, 2009. He served until 2017.
His district included many towns. Some of these were Alorton, Belleville, and East St. Louis. It also included Scott Air Force Base.
Jackson was also part of the Illinois House Legislative Black Caucus. This group works to support the interests of African American communities. In the 96th General Assembly, he held an important role. He was the vice-chairman of the Illinois House Consumer Protection Committee. This committee helps protect people who buy goods and services.
His Passing
Eddie Lee Jackson passed away on December 18, 2020. He was 71 years old. He died in East St. Louis, Illinois. His death was due to COVID-19. This happened during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
