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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Follow Along With This Week’s Legislative Session

The House is back in session today starting at noon. We are scheduled to be in Springfield for the rest of the week as we approach the committee deadline for…


Thursday, February 3, 2022
Celebrate/Learn About Black History Month in Illinois

Looking for more ways to celebrate Black History Month across our state? Enjoy Illinois has created a list of local artisans, exhibits, events, and even a road trip itinerary to learn more…


Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Watch the Governor’s Budget Address Live

Governor Pritzker will deliver his annual budget address today at noon. You can watch the address live here.


Friday, January 28, 2022
Follow Along With Today’s Hearing into DCFS Failures

Since the beginning of the New Year House Republicans have been demanding hearings to investigate failures at DCFS that have endangered children and resulted in the Director being found in…


Thursday, January 27, 2022
#WeRemember

On this day 77 years ago, the Soviet army opened the gates of the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland liberating thousands of prisoners. Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pay tribute…


Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Your Children=Your Choice

School Choice Week highlights the need for parents to explore their options to make education choices that are best for their children and their families. Read more here.


Friday, January 14, 2022
Democrats’ “SAFE-T Act” has made us all LESS safe

Since the Democrats’ passage of the SAFE-T Act last year, we have seen a rise in violent crime across our state. We need to ensure public safety in Illinois by supporting…


Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Watch the first day of the Legislature’s spring session live

The House is scheduled to convene at noon today for the start of the spring legislative session. Follow along live online at https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Thursday, December 30, 2021
New Year Brings Trailer Fee Reduction, Other New Laws

On January 1, nearly 300 new laws take effect in Illinois including hard fought changes that will lower TA (trailer) plate fees from $118 to $36. Thank you Abate of…


Friday, December 17, 2021
Rep. Halbrook Brings Traveling Office Hours to Tuscola

Douglas County residents will be able to voice their concerns and share ideas with State Representative Brad Halbrook or his staff in Tuscola next month. Rep. Halbrook is bringing hisTraveling…