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Monday, April 1, 2024
High Property Taxes are Fueling “Illinois Exodus”

“High property taxes are driving families and businesses out of Illinois. My Republican colleagues and I will continue to push this spring for desperately needed relief!” Rep. Brad Halbrook. Analyst:…


Sunday, March 31, 2024
He is Risen!

Happy Easter! Wishing everyone who celebrates a peaceful and joyous day with family and friends.


Saturday, March 30, 2024
Truck Driver Training Scholarships Available

$1,000 scholarships are available individuals enrolled in an Illinois Community College Truck Driver Training program through the Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarship. Apply today: https://www.iaafoundation.org/our-mission-at-work/student-scholarships/apply-for-truck-driving-scholarships/


Friday, March 29, 2024
Good Friday Remembrance and Reflection

Good Friday is a somber and reverent day in the Christian religion that marks the death of Jesus Christ. It is the start of a holy weekend which will conclude…


Friday, March 29, 2024
Honor our Vietnam War Veterans

Vietnam War Veterans Day pays tribute to the 2.7 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War. Thank you to all of the veterans of the Vietnam War for your…


Thursday, March 28, 2024
Prayers for Rockford

Our hearts go out to the loved ones of those killed in the heinous stabbing attacks in Rockford yesterday and to all those impacted by this senseless violence. Please keep…


Tuesday, March 26, 2024
More Pritzker Preschool Funding Details

Halbrook Commentary on Early Childhood and Daycare Spending in Illinois Dated: 3/23/24 Policymakers looking to end systemic problems such as crime, poverty, and joblessness have over the years focused on…


Monday, March 25, 2024
Pritzker Requests $30,000 per child for Preschool in FY25

State Representative Brad Halbrook questioned the Governor’s staff about the high cost of state-funded preschool and daycare at the Appropriations General Services Committee on Wednesday. Governor Pritzker plans to fund…


Thursday, March 21, 2024
National Farm Rescuer Day

National Farm Rescuer Day is dedicated to the farmers who help those in need. Whether it be through natural disaster, sickness, or injury, Farm Rescuers support their fellow farmers in…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Make Your Voice Heard!

Today is Primary Election Day in Illinois. Voters will not only have an opportunity to weigh in on presidential nominees and their delegates but will also get an opportunity to…