We’re back in Springfield today and kicking off the final month of the spring legislative session. This week is expected to be committee-heavy as we begin moving Senate Bills ahead…

Happy National Small Business Week to the entrepreneurs who power our economy. Remember to shop local this week and show your support for small businesses in Illinois!

We’re back in Springfield tomorrow for the homestretch of our spring legislative session. The month of May will be largely focused on considering bills that have been advanced to us…

If we want to earn the trust of our residents, we have to end public corruption in Illinois. Let’s hold all elected officials to the highest ethical standards so we…

Tonight, the 8-day celebration of Passover begins. Happy Passover to all who will begin this holy celebration!

A Few Wins On our third reading deadline last week bills sponsored by House Democrats far, far outnumbered Republican bills that were allowed to progress to the floor for consideration….

Community College students from across the state visited the Capitol this week to meet and discuss issues with lawmakers. Rep. Frese was pleased to meet with John Wood Community College…

Did you know…On this day in 1818, the Illinois Enabling Act was passed in Congress. This Act provided for the organization of a state government, established the northern boundary of…

The Single-Family Zoning Ban Act is now the second piece of legislation proposed during the spring session intended to strip local governments of their zoning authority so that the state…

The House is scheduled back in session for all five weekdays this week. Friday is the deadline for members to move their House Bills out of the House to the…