Mary Beth Canty

State Representative Mary Beth Canty, 54th District of IL. Office: 12 E Northwest Hwy Arlington Heights. Contact: [email protected]

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

When a survivor of sexual violence finds the courage to come forward, schools should protect them — and if it doesn’t, the law should hold that school accountable. In Illinois today, neither is guaranteed.

That’s why I'm sponsoring HB4990. Read my op-ed: https://t.co/9KBJbQTSXF

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

While the federal government drives up costs with foreign wars and misguided trade policies, IL cut more than $600 million in taxes for over 950k families. In 2025, the IL Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit (CTC) together saved recipients an average of $1,460.

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

LIHEAP applications are open now.
Check if your an eligible applicant and fill out an application here:
https://t.co/ch7PxmD8DD

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

new online IL Reproductive Health Care Hub centralizes resources for people making decisions about their health. Info on accessing & paying for care, along with an outline of patient rights in IL, will be a great step for reproductive freedom.
Visit https://t.co/61txCIzpqs

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Everyone working in state government has a responsibility to help root out the culture of harassment in Springfield. I’m encouraged to see our new acting LIG taking this issue seriously.

https://t.co/ag55ExBZXW

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

I am proud to receive a 100% voting record in INA’s 2026 legislative priorities!
The INA’s legislative scorecard tracks votes on issues that matter to nurses, patients & the community, including: -healthcare access
-Labor rights
-workplace safety
-consumer protections

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

We need real ethics reform to empower the next Legislative Inspector General and finally root out the culture of harassment in Springfield. This work is not over. Watch my interview with @wgn here: https://t.co/Jbm9Fr70GC

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

I am proud to be the House sponsor of this law that puts new safeguards in place to protect both children and families. Read the full article here: https://t.co/wXouLyf04h

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

While the federal administration doubles down on stripping our invaluable educators of professional degrees and other opportunities for critical student aid, Illinois is standing up for teachers and our future educator workforce.

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

These latest reports raise additional serious concerns about LIG McCuskey’s conduct, both during and since the Benton investigation. He has shown repeatedly that he lacks the temperament and approach the job requires. He should step down, or the LEC should remove him.

[Chicago Tribune @chicagotribune]

Lobbyist says Illinois ethics watchdog breached confidentiality in Harry Benton sexual harassment investigation https://t.co/LFkek7l1Pt

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Happy Women’s Equality Day!    Here’s to continuing to lift each other up and make sure every woman has the opportunity to succeed and have her voice heard!

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

I am proud to announce that I just received a 100% 2026 Enviro Scorecard rating from the IEC. My voting record shows my commitment to fighting climate change, clean air & water & protecting the open spaces. I believe that we need to be leaving the world better than we found it.

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Starting 8/7- 8/16,state sales tax will be reduced on school/office supplies & certain clothing/shoes. This sales tax holiday is about easing the burden of B2S shopping & ensuring that education is not jeopardized. For qualifying items, visit: https://t.co/ybEYhSBIkB

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Teachers deserve fair evals and by outsourcing that process to AI, we do a disservice to both the dedicated teachers and students. Signing this bill into law will help prevent our teachers from being subject to standards that can restrict how they instruct their students.

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Across this country, states are passing laws that treat essential healthcare as a crime. With the Reproductive Health Records Privacy Act, Illinois is saying: not here. Watch the full interview here: https://t.co/LQj1Wawa5L

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

Across the country, states are passing laws that treat essential healthcare as a crime. In Illinois, we’re saying: not here.

Read the full article: https://t.co/MM68puKOKW

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

"As other states move to criminalize this essential healthcare, Illinois is taking concrete steps to strengthen protections for both patients and providers.”
To read the full article visit: https://t.co/FTJEFzA9bG

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

We passed some great healthcare legislation this session.

Health equality, privacy and healthcare coverage has always been important to me and I will continue to fight for better healthcare in Illinois. #around54 #illinois

[Mary Beth Canty @RepMBC]

SB2771 just passed to the Governors desk! This Act requires public buildings to post contact information for the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you need help, the 988 hotline is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988 from your phone. counselors are available to help.