Rep. Carroll In Quarantine; Not In Springfield

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — State Rep. Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) announced Monday he will not be in Springfield for at least the next two weeks. Carroll said he is putting himself into quarantine after coming into close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19.

“During this COVID-19 crisis, I’ve taken every precaution to keep my family safe. Unfortunately, I came in contact with someone who tested positive," Carroll told Patch. "It was recommended that I enact a 14-day self-quarantine in my home for the health and safety of my family and community."

Carroll said he came in contact with the person on Sunday. Last week, he said he was tested and received a negative diagnosis.

"I’m disappointed that I will not be able to work with my colleagues but their health and safety is of the utmost importance," he said.

Carroll represents the 57th District, which includes: all or parts of Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Glenview, Mount Prospect, Northbrook, Palatine, Prospect Heights and Wheeling. He was first elected in 2017.

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