Heather Steans | |
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| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 7th district | |
| In office February 10, 2008 – January 31, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Carol Ronen |
| Succeeded by | Mike Simmons |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 8, 1963 Lake Forest, Illinois |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Leo Smith |
| Education | Princeton University (A.B.) Harvard University (M.P.P.) |
Heather Adeline Steans (born May 8, 1963) is a former Democratic member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 7th district. She was appointed after winning a special primary election that followed the mid-term resignation of her predecessor, Senator Carol Ronen. She resigned from office on January 19, 2021 after 12 years in office.