As a member of the House Ethics and Elections Committee, Rep. Tipsword notes that many initiatives to hold elected officials to the highest possible standard were introduced this spring but…

A Few Wins On our third reading deadline last week bills sponsored by House Democrats far, far outnumbered Republican bills that were allowed to progress to the floor for consideration….

Tonight, the 8-day celebration of Passover begins. Happy Passover to all who will begin this holy celebration!

Today, gun owners from across the state joined us in Springfield to raise their voices for the protection of Second Amendment rights. I was proud to stand with these dedicated…

Did you know…On this day in 1818, the Illinois Enabling Act was passed in Congress. This Act provided for the organization of a state government, established the northern boundary of…

The Single-Family Zoning Ban Act is now the second piece of legislation proposed during the spring session intended to strip local governments of their zoning authority so that the state…

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week honors public safety telecommunicators for their commitment and dedication. Public safety telecommunicators work around the clock to ensure the safety of our communities. Thank you…

Six months after the full implementation of the cashless bail, and other provisions, of the Illinois SAFE-T Act, Illinois residents are finding themselves anything but safe. This week, Rep. Tipsword…

When will enough be enough? Late last week my law enforcement family suffered another tragic loss with the reckless homicide death of DeKalb County Sheriff’s Deputy Christina Musil.  And, due…

April / 2024             FY24 Law Enforcement Camera Grant – Spring  Application deadline May 3, 2024   Grants to Illinois police agencies of municipalities, counties,…