Foster Announces State of the Union Guest

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced his guest for the State of the Union Address: Michael Isaacson, Executive Director of the Kane County Health Department. 

"I'm proud to be joined by Michael Isaacson, Executive Director of the Kane County Health Department, for this year's State of the Union Address," Foster said. “Michael has spent his entire career dedicated to keeping our communities safe and healthy. During the darkest days of COVID-19, Michael coordinated local pandemic response programs that helped prevent the spread of the virus, and ultimately save lives. 

“From expanding childhood mental health resources to combating the opioid epidemic, Michael has proven himself to be a steadfast advocate and an experienced leader in community outreach. 

“In the coming weeks, President Biden will bring an end to the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration. As we do, we must make sure it’s done in a competent and orderly manner that prioritizes and supports our local public health departments and essential community leaders like Michael Isaacson.”

“I’m honored to join Congressman Foster and represent the Kane County Health Department at this year’s State of the Union Address,” said Isaacson. “From working to protect our communities during the pandemic to addressing the rising number of substance use disorders and overdoses, the past few years have been challenging for healthcare workers and public health personnel in our community and across the country. As Congressman Foster’s guest, I’m proud to advocate for continued federal support for these issues on the national stage.”

Isaacson has a Master of Public Health degree from Benedictine University. He has worked at the Kane County Health Department for 22 years.

The State of the Union Address is on February 7, 2023.

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