 As a teacher and administrator, Maloney's professional memberships have included the Illinois Principals Association, the National Council for Social Studies, the Illinois Association of College Admissions Counselors, the Southwest Suburban Counselors' Association and a current member of the Illinois Federation of Teachers Local #943.Maloney was elected as state senator in 2003.His top legislative priorities were to provide better educational opportunities for Illinois students, combating childhood diseases and providing financial relief to senior citizens.