BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
Each October, we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness about this disease that affects millions of individuals and families across the nation. Together, we can raise awareness, encourage early detection, and provide hope for a future where fewer lives are impacted by this disease. Learn more here: The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Raising Awareness in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
EDUCATION
Illinois cannot afford to sit on the sidelines while other states capture resources, innovation, and momentum in education. We have a chance to restore and expand choice. Read more from the Caucus Blog: The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Expanding Educational Opportunity for All Illinois Students
IMMIGRATION
Pritzker’s sanctuary state policies have made Illinois communities less safe. Repealing the TRUST Act and allowing local law enforcement to work with federal immigration authorities will help us keep more criminal illegal immigrants out of Illinois. Latin Kings Gang Member Arrested in Illinois After Placing Hit on Commander at Large Border Patrol Chief Bovino | Homeland Security
SCAM WARNING
The Illinois Department of Revenue is warning taxpayers throughout the state about a new nationwide text message scam. Learn more here: Is this text from the Illinois Department of Revenue real? No, it’s a scam
DROUGHT UPDATE
Abnormally dry conditions persist in most areas of Illinois, including District 105. Learn the latest information about the ongoing drought, including the field fire risk, here: Illinois Drought Update – Illinois State Climatologist
HARVEST UPDATE
The corn and soybean harvest is ahead of average pace in Illinois, but it has been a sluggish start for some farmers. Learn more here: Harvest pace ahead of average; slow start for some | Crop Conditions | farmweeknow.com
GRANTS
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced $4.4 million is available in tourism funding through three grant programs. Eligible entities can apply for grants to develop and improve new and existing tourism attractions through the Tourism Attraction Grant Program, grants to support and attract events and festivals through the Tourism Private Sector Grant Program, and grants to promote attractions, destinations, and events through the Tourism Marketing Partnership Grant Program in an effort to boost tourism and welcome more visitors across the state.
Learn more here: Governor Pritzker Announces $4.4 Million Available for Tourism Grant Programs
Application information: Tourism Attraction Grant Program
The Illinois Farm Bureau Rural Development Grant Program is accepting applications for 2025-2026 through December 1, 2025. This program is designed to support rural development projects that will positively impact Farm Bureau members and other rural Illinoisans. Learn more here: Rural Development Grant Program | Illinois Farm Bureau