Sally Turner's Profile

Sally Turner has served as the State Senator for the 44th Senate District of Illinois since she was appointed in January 2021.

Sally is a lifelong resident of Illinois and a graduate of the University of Illinois, where she earned a degree in legal studies. She went on to become a juvenile probation officer before serving six years as a paralegal in the Office of the Logan County State’s Attorney. Her public service career began in 1994, when she was elected as Logan County Clerk and Recorder followed by five more consecutive re-elections.

In 2018, Sally chose not to seek re-election, so she could provide support and assistance for her aging parents. Sally opened her own consulting business that assisted local government entities with budgets, levies, and the Property Tax Limitation Law.

Sally Turner resides in Beason in Logan County with her husband John. She has one son and one daughter.