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Thursday, January 26, 2023
Reduce High Utility Bills

If you’ve noticed a shocking increase in your utility bills lately, you are not alone. Nationwide, home energy costs were 15.6% higher year-on-year in December. Here are a few tips for lowering energy…


Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Illinois Must do Better at Creation Jobs, Opportunity

We should be a leader in growing job opportunities for our residents. We have the resources, but our state’s high taxes and bad public policies drive employers away. We have to be…


Thursday, January 12, 2023
103rd General Assembly Underway

The 103rd General Assembly was sworn into office yesterday surrounded by our friends, family, staff, and colleagues. Today we begin the people’s work in the House and look forward to a…


Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Illinois Supreme Court Stays the Elimination of Cash Bail

On Saturday, the Illinois Supreme Court put the elimination of cash bail on hold in Illinois. The court is expected to review the case in the coming weeks. Read more here.


Saturday, December 31, 2022
Happy 2023!

Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy New Year.


Tuesday, December 27, 2022
New Laws for the New Year

On New Year’s Day more than 180 bills will go into effect as new state laws. The new laws will cover a wide variety of issues including public safety in…


Saturday, December 24, 2022
Merry Christmas to All!

Wishing all a happy, healthy, and joyous holiday.


Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Use Caution on the Roads over the Holidays

Winter weather is expected over much Illinois and the Midwest for the rest of the week. Please be alert and use caution of you’re traveling for the holidays.


Thursday, December 8, 2022
New Carrier Sets up Shop at Quincy Airport

This week, Rep. Frese, Senator Tracy and other local officials welcomed Southern Airways Express to the Quincy Airport. Southern Airways Express is the new contracted carrier for Quincy’s Essential Air…


Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Congratulations Justice Lannerd

Congratulations to Judge Amy Lannerd who was just sworn in as the newest Justice of the 4th District Appellate Court!