News

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?


Friday, March 17, 2023
Making Group Homes Safe, Supreme Court Considers End of Cash Bail, Madigan Trial and More

Ensuring Group Homes are Safe This week was a busy week on the House floor, and also in a State Audit Commission hearing, where I and others called for a…


Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Miss Quincy in the House

MIss Quincy, Shelby Rose, joined Representatives on the House floor Wednesday. Rep. Frese was pleased to welcome her, and to announce that his office will be partnering with Shelby, and…


Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Brown County 8th Grade Boys BB Places 3rd in State!

Congratulations to the Brown County School District and their 8th grade boys basketball team in placing THIRD in the state! I’m proud of their hard work and dedication. Kudos to…


Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Congratulations Brown County 8th Grade Girls BB – 2nd in State!

Congratulations to the Brown County School District 8th Grade girls on their SECOND PLACE win in state! I am so proud of your hard work throughout the season. You’re a…


Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Illinois Supreme Court to Determine Constitutionality of Ending Cash Bail

After dozens of Illinois State’s Attorneys sued to keep cash bail in place, the Illinois Supreme Court delayed the statewide implementation of the end of cash bail, pending their final…


Saturday, March 11, 2023
Spring Forward, and Check Your Smoke Detector Batteries!

Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour as we begin Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 12. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal reminds Illinoisans to test,…