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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
It’s National EMS Appreciation Week!

Thank you to the EMS workers across the state who save lives and help people through their most critical moments. Happy EMS Week and thank you for all that you…


Monday, May 22, 2023
More New Bills…But No Budget

The House is scheduled to return to Springfield on Wednesday after Democrats failed to meet their self-imposed budget deadline last Friday. https://capitolnewsillinois.com/NEWS/as-leaders-extend-session-with-budget-unfinished-several-sweeping-last-minute-bills-surface


Thursday, May 18, 2023
Supreme Court Declines to Block Gun Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Illinois Democrats’ gun ban while legal challenges continue. U.S. Supreme Court declines to block Illinois and Naperville gun bans | Illinois |…


Wednesday, May 17, 2023
All Eyes on the Budget

All eyes this week are on the state budget for fiscal year 2024. Democrats have to face reality and get their spending habits under control before it’s too late. We have to…


Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Four Days Left…Much Yet to Do!

We have four scheduled session days left before the House adjourns for the summer and a number of important issues that have yet to be addressed, including the ethics reform our…


Monday, May 15, 2023
Peace Officers Memorial Day

Today we pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.


Sunday, May 14, 2023
Celebrate Mom!

God bless all the amazing moms in Illinois! Happy Mother’s Day!


Thursday, May 11, 2023
Democrats Advance Additional Gun Restrictions

The House Judiciary Criminal Committee approved Democrats’ omnibus firearms bill despite concerns from Republicans, gun advocacy organizations and the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association. https://www.wandtv.com/news/illinois-house-committee-approves-firearm-omnibus-bill/article_236595b4-eed1-11ed-8a84-675289a12dfe.html


Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Firefighters Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony

This morning we stood with first responders at the Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield to remember the Illinois firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty…


Monday, May 8, 2023
The Rising Cost of Medicaid Coverage for Undocumented Immigrants

The estimated cost for Illinois to continue providing health care coverage to noncitizens who are otherwise ineligible for Medicaid benefits has been revised upward to $1.1 billion for the upcoming…