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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


Friday, May 19, 2023
Rep. Frese: Blue Collar Jobs Act Will Help Revive Our Economy

Rep. Frese said this week’s announcement of the launch of the new Illinois Blue Collar Jobs Act (BCJA) Tax Credit will help revive Illinois’ job climate and state economy. Rep….


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
5 Days and Counting, Budget, End of COVID Emergency, and More…

5 Days and Counting We have five scheduled session days left in our spring session and still no budget draft from the majority party. House Republicans have not been included in the…


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