State Representative John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) was
sworn into office in August of 2012 and was first elected to represent the 68th
District in November of 2012. The 68th District includes areas of
Rockford, Machesney Park, Roscoe, Loves Park, and Cherry Valley.
Originally from Texas, John and his family moved to
Machesney Park at a very young age. He attended and graduated from Harlem High
School in Machesney Park.
John began serving his community by becoming a police
officer for South Beloit and later transferring to Rockford where he became a
detective. John has served almost 20 years as a police officer and is currently
on a leave of absence from the Rockford Police Department.
John previously served as a Winnebago County Board member for
District 8 and currently works part-time for Stewart & Associates.
Rep. Cabello currently serves on seven committees that
include Appropriations-Public Safety (Republican Spokesperson), Judiciary - Criminal
(Republican Spokesperson), Labor & Commerce Committee, Public Utilities,
Intermodal Infrastructure, Tollway Oversight, and Workforce Reconciliation
Subcommittee.
