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Friday, November 14, 2025
Weekly Update: 11.14.2025

Good news for Illinois seniors—and plenty happening across our state this week. We’ve passed legislation to raise the income limit for the Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption, bringing much-needed property tax relief…


Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Halbrook Marks Veterans Day

Veterans Day — November 11 Let us pause to honor the brave men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform. Their service reminds us that freedom is never free.


Monday, November 10, 2025
Happy 250th to the United States Marine Corps

Celebrating 250 years of the United States Marine Corps! From 1775 to today, the Marines have stood on the front lines of freedom. We honor all who have served and…


Friday, November 7, 2025
Seniors on Fixed Incomes, Here’s Some Relief!

Seniors on fixed incomes, here’s some relief! We passed a bill to raise the income limit for the Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption. Starting in 2026, more seniors—up to $75,000 annual…


Friday, November 7, 2025
Weekly Update: 11.07.2025

🎃 More Tricks from Chicago Democrats — and Fewer Treats for Illinois Families This week was another reminder of why Illinois families are frustrated. The State Board of Education is…


Saturday, November 1, 2025
Weekly Update: 10.31.2025

💰 The Most Expensive Veto Session in Illinois History 💰 This week’s update takes a look back at Week 2 of Veto Session — the most expensive in Illinois history….


Friday, October 31, 2025
Rep. Halbrook Questions Sponsor of Transit Bill, Calls Out Major Issues

Thursday, October 30, 2025
Halbrook Invites Bishop Kyle Blackerby to Give House Opening Prayer

SPRINGFIELD, IL… State Representative Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) invited Bishop Kyle Blackerby, the senior pastor at Catch the Fire Church in Cowden, to deliver the opening prayer to the House Floor…


Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Double Trouble: RTA Tax and Electric Rate Increases

💰 Double Trouble: RTA Tax and Electric Rate Hikes 💰, Late Night Veto Session Nonsense Illinois families are already struggling to make ends meet — and now Springfield Democrats are…


Friday, October 24, 2025
Weekly Update: 10.24.2025

💰 New Taxes, SNAP Mismanagement, and the Need for Real Ethics Reform in Illinois This week, I’m calling attention to three major issues facing Illinois families: a growing crisis of…