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Monday, June 30, 2025
IDFPR Announces 18 More Professions Available for Licensure

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has announced that 18 more professions are now available for licensure via the Department’s new online licensing system, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory…


Saturday, June 28, 2025
Rep. Tipsword Attends Re-Opening of Renovated Lacon DMV Facility

I recently attended the Grand Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly renovated Lacon DMV! The renovations allow for the facility to be a ‘One Stop Shop’ to better…


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 15, 2025
Happy Father’s Day!

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the dads who have shaped our lives with love, guidance, and strength. Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there!


Thursday, June 12, 2025
IDNR Offering Free Fishing Days This Weekend

Whether you’re an experienced angler or a first-timer, this coming weekend presents a perfect opportunity for fathers to connect with their kids outdoors, embrace nature, and fish together. Read more…


Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Join Rep. Tipsword at Open Houses Wednesday in Pontiac and El Paso

We are excited to invite you to join us for a series of open houses on Wednesday, June 11! We are teaming up with Senator Chris Balkema and Representative Jason…


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…


Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Rep. Tipsword Commemorates 100 Years of Historic Route 66

Yesterday on the House Floor, I was honored to present Senate Joint Resolution 12, which declares 2026 as the Illinois Route 66 Centennial Year in Illinois. This resolution encourages communities,…


Thursday, May 22, 2025
Rep. Tipsword: Democrats’ SAFE-T Act Endangers Public Safety and Fails Illinois Families

Earlier this week, I spoke on the House Floor and pointed out another example of the dangers and failures of Democrats’ SAFE-T Act. It’s time to repeal this awful legislation.


Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Police Officers Injured in Fairview Heights Shooting

Please keep the police officers injured in Fairview Heights this weekend in your prayers as they recover from this heinous attack. Bless the brave first responders who put themselves in…