Rock Island Today

State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) recently hosted Traidan and Daci Hier of Kewanee as Pages for a Day in the Illinois House of Representatives. The sisters had the opportunity to witness firsthand how the legislative process works and explore the Capitol in Springfield.

Representative Swanson expressed his enthusiasm for having young leaders like Traidan and Daci visit and learn about the inner workings of the House of Representatives. He stated, "It is great to have tomorrow's leaders visit us in Springfield to see how our legislative process works. Traidan and Daci got to explore the Capitol, meet legislators, and see the House of Representatives in action."

Traidan, a senior at Wethersfield High School, is actively involved in various extracurricular activities such as softball, cheerleading, golf, FFA, Key Club, student council, yearbook, and the National Honor Society. She is also dedicated to community service through tutoring and volunteering. Additionally, Traidan has served as the two-term president of the FFA chapter at Wethersfield.

Daci, on the other hand, is a sophomore at Augustana College, majoring in psychology and business administration. She excels academically, having made the dean's list last semester. Daci is also a member of the Augustana College cheerleading team and the Augustana Republican Club. Her achievements extend back to her high school days, where she graduated as the valedictorian of Wethersfield High School.

The Hier sisters are the daughters of Dan and Tracy Hier, who come from an eight-generation Henry County farm family. Their commitment to education, community involvement, and leadership is a testament to their upbringing.

Residents of the 71st District can find more information about the General Assembly and upcoming events on Representative Swanson's legislative website at repswanson.com.

The opportunity for Traidan and Daci to serve as Pages for a Day in the Illinois House of Representatives is an important step in their journey towards becoming future leaders. Their visit to Springfield allowed them to witness the legislative process firsthand and engage with legislators. As they continue to excel in their academic pursuits and community involvement, it is clear that the Hier sisters are well on their way to making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

Click this link to access more information: https://repswanson.com/2023/10/26/kewanee-sisters-are-house-pages-for-a-day/