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Darby Hills | |
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Member of the Illinois Senate from the 26th district | |
Assumed office February 15, 2025 | |
Preceded by | Dan McConchie |
Member of the Barrington Hills Village Board | |
Assumed office January 13,2022 | |
Preceded by | Debra Buettner |
Personal details | |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Republican |
Children | 3 |
Residence | Barrington Hills,Illinois |
Occupation | Politician |
Profession | Attorney |
Darby Hills is an American politician serving as a member of the Illinois Senate from the 26th district. She was appointed to the position on February 15,2025,succeeding Dan McConchie,who resigned to lead a nonprofit advocacy group for people with disabilities. [1]
Hills grew up in a low-income household with a single mother. Her experiences during this time inspired her dedication to supporting children and families in need. She pursued a career in law,serving as a Cook County prosecutor and later working as an arbitrator and mediator.[ citation needed ]
As a former Cook County prosecutor,Hills concentrated on child welfare cases. She also worked as a labor and employment attorney with Jackson Lewis,LLP,representing corporations.[ citation needed ]
Hills was appointed to the Barrington Hills Village Board on January 13,2022,filling the unexpired term of Trustee Debra Buettner. As a trustee,she advocated keeping taxes low,responsible budgeting,and accountable government.[ citation needed ]
In February 2025,Hills was appointed as the State Senator for Illinois' 26th Senate District,succeeding Dan McConchie. Her appointment process faced legal challenges,requiring a second selection meeting by Republican leaders. [1]
Hills is the founder of Barrington Children's Charity,an all-volunteer organization that provides meals to 525 children each week across Barrington-area school districts. Her passion for helping those less fortunate stems from her own experiences growing up in a low-income household.[ citation needed ]
Hills is married and has three children. She resides in Barrington Hills,Illinois.[ citation needed ]