News

Thursday, April 6, 2023
Storm Cleanup, Healthcare Benefits Exchange, Fostering Hope, and More

Storm Aftermath I hope everyone is safe after the storms that rolled through Illinois on Friday evening, and again Tuesday into Wednesday. Governor Pritzker has issued an emergency disaster proclamation…


Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Storm Repair Scam Alert!

As clean-up continues across Illinois from two rounds of strong storms and tornadoes, please be aware of scammers looking to exploit homeowners and business owners in need of repairs! https://newschannel20.com/news/local/illinois-ag-warns-resident-for-storm-related-repair-scams


Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Making Moves a Bit Easier on Foster Children

Rep. Frese and Sen. Tracy are partnering with Miss Quincy Shelby Rose and her organization, Fostering Hope, to collect toiletries/personal items for foster children who may need to move to…


Saturday, April 1, 2023
Thank You State Troopers!

Thank you to the Illinois State Police for 101 years of “Integrity, Service, Pride” – We are proud to honor our Illinois State Troopers today and every day for the…


Friday, March 31, 2023
Update-Rainy Day Fund, Soft on Crime, Jacksonville Town Hall and More

House Bill Tally The House worked late into the evening last Friday after I sent my last update. Here’s the final tally of House Bills that were passed out of…


Saturday, March 25, 2023
Recognizing our Heroes on Medal of Honor Day

The Medal of Honor is the United States’ highest military award for valor. Today we recognize the dedication and courage of our Medal of Honor recipients and honor them for…


Friday, March 24, 2023
Update-3rd Reading Roundup, SAFE-T-Act, Back to Business Grants, and More

3rd Reading Roundup Today was our deadline in the House to pass House Bills out of our Chamber and on to the Senate. Our floor discussions went on into the…


Thursday, March 23, 2023
3 Years Later…Illinois Still Under COVID Emergency Executive Order

Despite our neighboring states ending COVID-19 disaster declarations many months ago, Illinois has been under a disaster executive order for 3-years now and economic indicators show Illinois continues to lag…


Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Rep. Frese Updates Jacksonville-Area Radio Listeners on Statehouse Happenings

Rep. Frese had a great day visiting friends in Jacksonville, including a stop at WLDS WEAI News for “What’s On Your Mind”. You can listen in to the interview here:…


Monday, March 20, 2023
Spring has Sprung!

Today marks the official first day of Spring 2023. Who’s ready?