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Friday, July 11, 2025
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Flood Relief, Unclaimed Property, State Budget, and More

UNCLAIMED PROPERTY Up to 600,000 Illinoisans will receive surprise checks in the mail from the State of Illinois as part of the Treasurer’s office I-Cash Enhanced Money Match Program. The…


Monday, July 7, 2025
Rep. Tipsword Joins Sen. Balkema and Rep. Bunting for Facebook Live Town Hall July 21

I will be joining State Senator Chris Balkema and State Rep. Jason R. Bunting for a Facebook Live End of Session Town Hall on Monday, July 21, at 6 p.m….


Friday, July 4, 2025
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Licensure Updates, New Laws, Fourth of July, and More

State Agencies IDFPR Continues Licensure Improvements 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…


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…


Friday, June 27, 2025
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: General Assembly, SAFE-T Act, Ethics Reforms, and More

Republicans File Lawsuit, Urge Veto of SB 328 This week, members of the Illinois House and Senate Republican caucuses joined together to call on Gov. Pritzker to veto Senate Bill…


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!


Friday, June 13, 2025
Rep. Tipsword’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Around the District, Grants, Outdoors, and More

Earlier this week, we were fortunate to experience a day full day of community connection! We teamed up with Senator Chris Balkema for an Open House in Pontiac, then wrapped…


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…