during her service as state representative, sandy cole has championed her "family focus" legislative agenda, a comprehensive list of legislative priorities aimed at improving the quality of life for families and communities in lake county and throughout illinois. representative cole has been a leader in the general assembly on women's health issues, transportation, open space, fiscal responsibility, children's safety, and senior issues. cole has also sponsored a number of community events; including an autism forum for families affected by children with autism, a family internet safety seminar for parents and their kids, and several outreach events for local senior citizens. cole's committee assignments for the 95th general assembly include the adoption reform, appropriations-elementary & secondary education, bio-technology, environment & energy, human services, and renewable energy committees.