W. Timothy Simms

W. Timothy Simms (born April 09, 1943) is a former Republican member of the Illinois General Assembly, representing the 34th District from 1971 to 1983.[1]

W. Timothy Simms
Member of the Illinois Senate
from the 34th district
In office
December 1980 (1980-12) – January 1983 (1983-01)
Preceded byLynn Morley Martin
Succeeded byJoyce Holmberg
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 34th district
In office
January 1971 (1971-01) – December 1980 (1980-12)
Preceded byDavid W. Johnson
Succeeded byJames C. Kelley
Personal details
Born (1943-04-09) April 9, 1943
Morrison, Illinois
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Jane
ChildrenFive
ResidenceRockford, Illinois
Alma materParsons College
Worsham College of Mortuary Science
ProfessionFuneral Director

Career

From 1966 to 1976, Simms' served as both a precinct committeeman and alderman for the second ward of Rockford, Illinois.[1]

In 1970, Simms was elected to represent the 34th District in the Illinois House of Representatives. During his first term in office, Simms sponsored the United States' first prescription drug labeling law,[2] and was assigned to the General Assembly's Legislative Investigative Commission, where he served until 1983.[1]

Owing to his early success in both politics and business, Simms was selected as 1 of 20 Outstanding Young Men of America in 1970 by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce.[1]

After being elected to serve a sixth term in the House of Representatives, one of which saw him serve as House Minority Whip,[3] Simms was appointed to the Illinois State Senate.[1]

Following his career in the Illinois General Assembly, Simms became a two-time delegate for Ronald Reagan,[4] and served as president of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association.[5]

References
  1. "Biographical Sketch of W. Timothy Simms". Illinois Blue Book 1981-1982. Springfield, Illinois: Illinois Secretary of State. p. 136.
  2. 'Drug Label O.K.'d,' Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune Press Service, April 14, 1971
  3. "Officers of the House". Illinois Blue Book 1975-1976. Springfield, Illinois: Illinois Secretary of State. p. 67.
  4. 'Reagan Delegates,' Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune Press Service, March 17, 1980
  5. "New Funeral Option For Those in a Rush". Chicago Journal. 1993-02-23.
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