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Monday, June 1, 2026
Rep. Tipsword Issues Statement on FY ’27 Budget

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) has issued a statement following the passage of the FY 2027 state budget: “Democrats promised affordability this year; instead, they once again…


Thursday, May 21, 2026
Rep. Tipsword, House Republicans Stand Up For Second Amendment

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois House Republican lawmakers gathered at the Capitol today to show their support for law-abiding gun owners. State Representatives Dan Swanson (Alpha), Dennis Tipsword (Metamora), and Patrick…


Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Rep. Tipsword Honors National Police Week

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) is honoring National Police Week, which runs through May 16 this year. Rep. Tipsword has worked as a law enforcement officer for…


Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Rep. Tipsword Reacts to Governor’s FY 2027 Budget Address

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) has issued a statement following today’s Budget and State of the State Address delivered by Governor Pritzker: “Once again, Governor Pritzker has…


Friday, January 9, 2026
Rep. Tipsword Recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Pontiac, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) has worked in law enforcement for over 30 years, currently serving as the Chief Deputy in the Woodford County Sheriff’s Office. With…


Thursday, October 23, 2025
Rep. Tipsword Statement on Bailey Family Tragedy

Pontiac, IL – In response to the devastating tragedy impacting former Illinois State Representative and State Senator Darren Bailey and his family, State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) released the following…


Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Rep. Tipsword, Sen. Balkema Join Legal Challenge to Defend the Constitution and Protect Illinois Families

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) and State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) joined Republican members of the Illinois House and Senate in a lawsuit filed in Sangamon County…


Sunday, June 1, 2025
Rep. Tipsword Reacts to Passage of FY 2026 State Budget

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) has issued a statement following the passage of the FY 2026 state budget: “The more things change, the more they stay the…


Thursday, March 20, 2025
Rep. Tipsword, House Republicans Lead Fight Against Human Trafficking

SPRINGFIELD – House Republican lawmakers presented their legislative proposals today to bring light to human trafficking and the impact it has throughout Illinois. With Illinois ranking among the top ten…


Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Rep. Tipsword, House Republicans Back Legislation to Improve Public Safety

Springfield, IL – House Republican lawmakers held a press conference in the Capitol today to discuss the dire state of public safety in Illinois and present their pathway forward, which…