AGRICULTURE As harvest season is underway, here is a closer look at the status of Illinois’ most important crops. What’s Going on With Illinois Crops?  The Illinois Department of Natural Resources…

PROFESSIONAL LICENSING Updates to Illinois’ professional licensing system have helped address workforce shortages in critical areas across the state. I serve on the Health Care Licenses Committee and we have…

Starting earlier this week, we have resumed our Fall schedule for our three District Offices. Office hours are now 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Tuesday – El Paso (125 W….

AROUND THE DISTRICT Work on Illinois 89 Bridge over Illinois River IDOT has announced that work to wash the Illinois 89 bridge crossing the Illinois River south of Spring Valley…

END OF SESSION NEWSLETTER My 2025 End of Session newsletter was mailed out recently to constituents in District 105. Topics I hit on this year included Route 66, the Feeding…

EDUCATION We have an opportunity to help kids across Illinois access the educational support they need through the federal Educational Choice for Children Act. Here’s why Democrats should opt Illinois…

AROUND THE DISTRICT Earlier this week, our free Senior Expo in Pontiac was packed with helpful services, health screenings, and local resources. The event was co-hosted by Sen. Chris Balkema, and we…

REMINDER! – Please join us tomorrow at our Senior Expo in Pontiac. The event will be held at the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Center from 9 a.m. to noon. Admission…

SENIOR EXPO/SALVATION ARMY DRIVE Please join us at our upcoming Senior Expo in Pontiac on Wednesday, August 6! The event will be held at the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Center…

SENIOR EXPO/SALVATION ARMY DRIVE Please join us at our upcoming Senior Expo in Pontiac on Wednesday, August 6! The event will be held at the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Center from 9…