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Sunday, November 19, 2023
Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address-160 Years Ago Today

On November 19, 1863, a dedication ceremony was held for the new Gettysburg Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The keynote speaker was Edward Everett, a famed orator who had served as a U.S….


Friday, November 17, 2023
Time to Consider Ending Illinois’ Sanctuary State Status

The additional $160 million the Governor Thursday promised for migrant aid should be used to take care of the Illinoisans he swore an oath to protect. Prioritizing the care of…


Thursday, November 16, 2023
U.S. Supreme Court Asked to Review Illinois’ Firearms Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has been petitioned to review the recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling on Illinois’ firearms ban. https://www.newsweek.com/illinois-assault-weapons-ban-faces-new-challenge-1843894


Monday, November 13, 2023
Invest in Kids, Nuclear Energy, Gun Registration Rules, and More

Illinois General Assembly concludes Fall Veto Session Week two of the Fall Veto Session was characterized more by what the Democratic Supermajority failed to deliver instead of what they did…


Saturday, November 11, 2023
Honor America’s Heroes!

This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…


Thursday, November 9, 2023
Last Day to Extend Invest in Kids Before it Sunsets

…and none of the bills to address it are on the House calendar today. Illinois legislators return for final day this year with unfinished business | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Last Chance This Year to End the Nuclear Energy Moratorium

The Illinois House returns for the second week of the fall veto session today. It is our final chance to act on the major issues facing our state before the…


Monday, November 6, 2023
Federal Appeals Court Vacates Gun Ban Injunction

Plaintiffs challenging Democrats’ firearms ban are reviewing their next steps after a federal appeals court vacated a lower court’s preliminary injunction on Friday. https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_61ca2658-7be9-11ee-a508-9f7b9af86316.html


Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Tipsword Sponsors Legislation to End Illinois’ Sanctuary State Humanitarian Crisis

 Due to the TRUST Act, which was enacted in 2017, Illinois has become a sanctuary state for undocumented immigrants. Law enforcement agencies are prohibited from cooperating with federal immigration authorities to…


Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!

Families can do many things to increase the safety of their loved ones during Halloween trick-or-treating activities. Fires, traffic accidents, and allergic reactions are common Halloween hazards. Costumes should be…