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Friday, June 26, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: America 250, Education, New Laws, and More

AMERICA 250 Illinois Voices 250 invites Illinois residents to record and share their wisdom, stories, and hopes as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Visit a community recording day or record online to preserve…


Monday, June 22, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Senior Fair, Legislative Breakfast, State Budget, and More

SENIOR FAIR IN WASHINGTON Thank you to everyone who braved the weather and stopped by our Senior Fair in Washington last week. While the weather was a bummer, I enjoyed…


Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Rep. Tipsword Reacts to Budget Signing, Admonishes Democrats for Failing to Address Public Safety Issues

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) has issued a statement following the signing of the FY 2027 state budget by Governor Pritzker: “Governor Pritzker has once again signed…


Friday, June 12, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Senior Expo, Severe Storms, New Laws, and More

SENIOR EXPO IN WASHINGTON Please join us next week at Beverly Manor School in Washington for a fun and informative Senior Expo event! We have over 30 participating groups and…


Friday, June 12, 2026
Rep. Tipsword, Sen. Balkema Host Senior Expo in Washington June 17

State Senator Chris Balkema and State Representative Dennis Tipsword invite seniors, caregivers, and community members to attend their upcoming Senior Expo, a free community event designed to connect residents with…


Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Session Recap, State Budget, and More

SPRING SESSION CONCLUDES The Spring Session concluded early Monday morning in Springfield, as Democrats waited until the last minute to push through many important pieces of legislation, including the budget….


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…


Friday, May 22, 2026
Rep. Tipsword’s E-Newsletter: Second Amendment, Glock Ban, Local Control, and More

GLOCK BAN At a press conference this week in Springfield, House Republicans stood up for law-abiding gun owners. I discussed the consequences and potential fallout of HB 4471, which was passed…


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…


Thursday, May 21, 2026
VIDEO – Rep. Tipsword Talks Consequences of Proposed Glock Ban

At a press conference today in Springfield, House Republicans stood up for law-abiding gun owners. I discussed the consequences and potential fallout of HB 4471, which was passed yesterday by…