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Sunday, May 7, 2023
How Safe is it to Eat Fish Caught in Illinois Waters?

The Illinois Department of Public Health has announced updated consumption advisories for sport fish caught in Illinois waters. https://www.wcia.com/news/state-news/idph-releases-updated-list-of-illinois-sport-fish-consumption-advisories/


Friday, May 5, 2023
Where’s the Budget, Com Ed Four Corruption, New Measures to Protect At-Risk Kids, and More

Where’s the Budget? With two short weeks now left in our scheduled legislative session we have yet to see any state budget proposals emerging from the majority party. Meanwhile, tax…


Friday, May 5, 2023
Rep. Frese, S.P.A.R.K. Working Group Announce New Legislation to Protect Children, Reform DCFS

Rep. Frese along with other members of the Sustaining and Protecting At Risk Kids (S.P.A.R.K.) Working Group on Thursday announced new legislation introduced to protect children in the state’s care,…


Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Com Ed Four Convictions Highlight the Need for Meaningful Ethics Reforms

How many more indictments and convictions will it take before Illinois Democrats get serious about stamping out corruption in our state? We must pass robust anti-corruption measures today to build back…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Thoughts and Prayers for Those in I-55 Tragedy

Our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the horrific crashes on I-55 yesterday. Please keep all who were involved in your prayers today as…


Monday, May 1, 2023
Federal Judge Blocks Dems’ Gun Ban

The local challenges to the ban are moving forward… Federal judge blocks Illinois’ gun and magazine ban while case continues | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Sunday, April 30, 2023
It’s National “Adopt a Shelter Pet” Day!

Did you know that shelter Cats and Dogs are the official state pets of Illinois? When you’re looking for a new pet please adopt, don’t shop!


Friday, April 28, 2023
Update-Three Weeks Left, New Crime Bills, Jacksonville Town Hall, and More

Three Weeks Left We have three short weeks left before our scheduled May 19 adjournment, and we have yet to see an official state revenue estimate for fiscal year 2024…


Thursday, April 27, 2023
Low Income Homeowners May Qualify for Home Repair and Accessibility Grants

The Illinois Housing Development Authority announced the opening of the Home Repair and Accessibility Program this week. The program will assist low-income homeowners with health, safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency repairs…


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Jacksonville Updates

Rep. Frese met on Monday with Jacksonville Mayor Andy Ezard, and police and fire officials to discuss the Jacksonville Developmental Center property and other important community issues. In the evening,…