Steve Reick Explained

Steven Reick
State House:Illinois
State:Illinois
District:63rd
Preceded:Jack D. Franks
Party:Republican
Spouse:Deb
Children:3
Residence:Woodstock, Illinois, U.S.
Alma Mater:University of Illinois
University of Georgia
Profession:Tax attorney

Steven "Steve" Reick ([1]) is an American politician. He is currently a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, representing the 63rd district since January 2017. The district, located in the McHenry area, includes all or parts of Harvard, Marengo, Woodstock, Bull Valley, Wonder Lake, Illinois, Greenwood, McHenry, Fox Lake, Spring Grove, Johnsburg and Lakemoor.[2]

Early life and education

Reick was born and raised in Kankakee, Illinois, graduating from Herscher High School in 1971.[3] Being the first person in his family to attend college, he graduated from University of Illinois in 1975 with a bachelor's degree in Accountancy and went on to earn a Juris Doctor and a master's degree in Accountancy and Taxation from the University of Georgia in 1980.[3]

Career

Reick is a self-employed tax attorney. He began his profession in 1982, when he and his wife moved to Woodstock, Illinois.[3]

Illinois House of Representatives

Reick unsuccessfully ran for State Representative in 2014, losing to incumbent Democrat Jack D. Franks.[4] Reick won 41.46% of the vote to Franks' 58.54%.[5]

Reick ran again in 2016. Reick won the Republican primary and was set to face Franks again.[6] Franks dropped out of the race in May to run for McHenry County Board Chairman,[7] being replaced with John Bartman.[8] [9] Reick won the November 8 general election[10] with 56.5% of the vote.[11] He took office on January 11, 2017.[12]

As of July 2022, Reick is a member of the following Illinois House committees:[13]

Personal life

Reick is married to his wife Deb, and together they have three children and four grandchildren.[3] [14] Reick lives in Woodstock, Illinois.[8]

In May 2019, Reick was arrested and charged with driving under the influence.[15]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Riding Shotgun With Steve. . 6 April 2020.
  2. Web site: Map of 63rd District . Veeneman, Drew . precinctmaps.com . 2013-05-26.
  3. Web site: Representative Steven Reick (R): 63rd District . 100th Illinois General Assembly . January 20, 2017.
  4. News: Coleman . Emily K. . Illinois Statehouse Incumbents Win Across Board in McHenry County . November 5, 2014 . . January 11, 2017.
  5. Web site: November 4, 2014 General election Official results. Illinois Secretary of State . 98 . December 8, 2014.
  6. News: Reiland . Jordyn . Reick Defeats Lichte in Illinois House District 63 Race . March 16, 2016 . . January 11, 2017.
  7. News: Craver . Kevin P. . GOP Candidate: Jack Franks' Departure from Illinois House Race Improves Odds . May 18, 2016 . . January 11, 2017.
  8. News: Craver . Kevin P. . Steven Reick, John Bartman Seek to Succeed Jack Franks in 63rd House District . September 25, 2016 . . January 11, 2017.
  9. News: Craver . Kevin P. . Democratic Party Set to Appoint Replacement Candidate for 63rd House . July 8, 2016 . . January 11, 2017.
  10. News: Craver . Kevin P. . Steven Reick Wins 63rd House for the GOP . November 9, 2016 . . January 11, 2017.
  11. Web site: Election Results - General Election - 11/8/2016 . Illinois State Board of Elections . January 11, 2017.
  12. News: Craver . Kevin P. . New McHenry County Lawmakers Take Seats in Springfield, Face Hard Battles Ahead . January 11, 2017 . . January 11, 2017.
  13. Web site: Illinois General Assembly - Representative Committees . July 3, 2022 . ilga.gov.
  14. Web site: About Me . steve463.com . 11 May 2015 . January 11, 2017.
  15. News: Gaitan . Daniel . State Rep. Reick charged with DUI . May 3, 2019 . . May 3, 2019.