Darby Hills
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Darby Hills | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 26th district | |
| Assumed office February 28, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Dan McConchie |
| Member of the Barrington Hills Village Board | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Debra Buettner |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Republican |
| Children | 3 |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Website | https://www.senatordarbyhills.com/ |
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 28, 2025,[1][2] succeeding Dan McConchie, who resigned to lead a nonprofit advocacy group for people with disabilities.[3]
Early life and education
[edit]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]
Career
[edit]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. She was chosen a second time.[3][4]
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]
Personal life
[edit]Hills is married and has three children. She resides in Barrington Hills, Illinois.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ Illinois Senate Republic Caucus (February 28, 2025). "Darby Hills Sworn In to Represent Illinois' 26th Senate District". Retrieved March 5, 2026.
- ^ "Darby Hills". Ballotpedia. Retrieved March 27, 2026.
- ^ a b "Facing lawsuit, Republicans to meet a second time to choose McConchie's successor". Daily Herald. February 20, 2025.
- ^ Lissau, Russell (February 28, 2025). "Darby Hills chosen — again — to succeed Dan McConchie in state Senate". Daily Herald. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
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