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Friday, August 4, 2023
A Legal Victory for Pro-Life Pregnancy Centers

A Federal Judge has blocked a new state law targeting pro-life pregnancy centers. Read more below. Federal judge halts Illinois law targeting ‘deceptive practices’ at pro-life pregnancy centers | KHQA


Friday, August 4, 2023
Join Rep. Halbrook for Coffee and Conversation in Nokomis

“Hope to see you there on Wednesday!”


Thursday, August 3, 2023
State Employees Among Those Investigated for Pandemic Relief Fraud

Dozens of state employees across multiple agencies are under investigation for claims they fraudulently obtained payments from the Paycheck Protection Program.  https://www.capitolnewsillinois.com/NEWS/state-watchdog-investigating-employees-accused-of-bilking-federal-pandemic-aid-program


Thursday, July 27, 2023
Pandemic Fraud: Taxpayers on the Hook for Billions

A new Illinois Auditor General report shows the Illinois Department of Unemployment Security paid out $5.24 billion in fraudulent unemployment claims from 2020 to 2022.  https://www.25newsnow.com/2023/07/26/state-report-shows-billions-fraudulent-unemployment-claims-paid-out-2020-2022/


Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Rep. Halbrook: Join the Legislative Prayer Caucus in Recognizing “In God We Trust” Anniversary

Monday, July 24, 2023
Stay Safe in Extreme Heat

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: -Limit outdoor activities -Drink plenty of water -Wear…


Friday, July 21, 2023
Halbrook, Colleagues Focus on Misuse of COVID Funds

“People who dutifully pay their taxes are again being taken advantage of by politicians unwilling to stop the scams. Recently, the Small Business Administration’s inspector general estimated that more than…


Thursday, July 20, 2023
Democrats Criticize Pritzker’s Use of Power THEY Gave Him

This spring, Democrat lawmakers chose to hand more power over to the Governor to avoid making tough decisions themselves. After abdicating their responsibilities, these same lawmakers are now criticizing the…


Friday, July 14, 2023
Update-Supreme Court Decision on Elimination of Cash Bail Coming Tuesday

Illinois Supreme Court set to release ruling on no-cash bail case Tuesday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Friday, July 14, 2023
Rep. Halbrook: Help Us Save Invest in Kids Scholarships

Rep. Brad Halbrook is taking action to prevent the loss of Illinois’ Invest in Kids Scholarship Program at the end of the year. Rep. Halbrook has launched a “Reinvest in…