Longtime Central Illinois State Representative Rich Brauer's replacement has been chosen in the 87th House District.
Tim Butler, a longtime aide to former Congressman Ray LaHood and Congressman Rodney Davis has been chosen to serve in the district that covers Logan, Sangamon, Menard and Tazewell Counties. Butler says the district is a good fit.
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Butler says working with former Secretary of Transportation LaHood was a great proving ground for his future legislative work.
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Butler was the unanimous choice after a search committee looked over 15 applications.