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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
JCAR Calls for Transparency in Democrats’ Gun Registration Rules

The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) has approved a measure calling for more clarity and transparency as it relates to Democrats’ firearms ban registry rules. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_c1e1a2e4-6d22-11ee-8581-272d52ef8f4b.html


Thursday, October 12, 2023
Celebrate our Ag Community on Farmer’s Day!

National Farmer’s Day is a special day set aside to appreciate the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. Thank you to farmers for your dedication to…


Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Gun Ban Challenge Back in Court this Week

“…We’re anxiously awaiting their ruling,” McGlynn said Wednesday as Maag brought his challenge that the law is unconstitutionally vague back to the Southern District of Illinois.  After vagueness hearing, federal…


Tuesday, October 10, 2023
We MUST Return to Fiscal Responsibility

If Democrats don’t rein in their out-of-control spending habits, Illinois taxpayers will pay the price. We can protect our residents and future generations of Illinoisans from more tax hikes through…


Monday, October 9, 2023
Pray for Israel

We stand in solidarity with Israel and extend our deepest condolences for all the innocent lives lost in the heinous acts of violence carried out by Hamas terrorists. Pray for…


Friday, October 6, 2023
Manufacturers Fuel Our Economy

Illinois’ manufacturing industry alone supports roughly $580 billion in annual economic impact driving investment, opportunity, and innovation across the state! Thank you, manufacturers for all that you do for our…


Wednesday, October 4, 2023
The Governor “Owns” Failures at DCFS

Embattled Illinois DCFS director Marc Smith announces resignation – Chicago Sun-Times (suntimes.com) The Governor owns the failures of this agency. It took him days to respond to a scathing audit…


Monday, October 2, 2023
Halbrook Commends First Responders Working Fatal Anhydrous Ammonia Accident, Pledges Cleanup and Safety Support

State Representative Brad Halbrook today thanked all first responders who have been helping on the scene of an accident on US 40 near Teutopolis involving an overturned tanker leaking anhydrous…


Saturday, September 30, 2023
Fall Means Illinois Pumpkins!

Fall is officially underway in the Land of Lincoln and that means changing leaves, cooler weather, and of course pumpkins. Whether you’re enjoying a slice of pumpkin pie or carving…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Public School Funding Hearings Begin Next Week

The Illinois State Board of Education is seeking input from educators, parents, students, and community organizations on state funding for public education. Fiscal year 2025 budget hearings begin next week. Learn more at isbe.net/budget…