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Friday, October 6, 2023
Gun Owners’ Personal Information, DCFS Director, Trout Season, and More

Protecting Gun Owners’ Personal Information I am sponsoring a new bill to help protect personal information law-abiding gun owners are now required to submit to the state to register certain…


Thursday, October 5, 2023
Tipsword-Sponsored Bill Will Protect Private Information of Law-Abiding Gun Owners

Legislation sponsored by State Representative Dennis Tipsword will help protect personal information law-abiding gun owners are now required to submit to the state to register certain firearms under Democrats’ new…


Wednesday, October 4, 2023
DCFS Director on the Way Out, But Reforms are Needed to Protect Children

We cannot solve the systemic issues at DCFS without transparency and accountability from both the agency and the Pritzker administration. Children in the state’s care need to be the top…


Saturday, September 30, 2023
Fall Means Illinois Pumpkins!

Fall is officially underway in the Land of Lincoln and that means changing leaves, cooler weather, and of course pumpkins. Whether you’re enjoying a slice of pumpkin pie or carving…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Public School Funding Hearings Set to Begin

The Illinois State Board of Education is seeking input from educators, parents, students, and community organizations on state funding for public education. Fiscal year 2025 budget hearings begin next week. Learn more at isbe.net/budget…


Thursday, September 28, 2023
License Approval Delays May Impact Jobs, Healthcare

Another state agency is underperforming under the Pritzker administration, and this time it could cost residents their jobs and impact healthcare across the state. https://www.wandtv.com/news/illinois-lawmakers-health-care-leaders-discuss-unreasonable-license-processing-delays/article_76afb532-5d77-11ee-b004-3326633917b9.html


Tuesday, September 26, 2023
The End of Cash Bail Continues to Benefit Criminals

Two men from California who were caught transporting more than 5,000 pounds of illegal cannabis in our state have been released from jail under the “no cash bail” provisions of…


Sunday, September 24, 2023
Honor Gold Star Families

On Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day we honor the families who have lost a loved one in service to our nation. Let us never forget the sacrifice of our…


Saturday, September 23, 2023
It’s National Hunting and Fishing Day!

Wishing a very happy National Hunting and Fishing Day to all the sportsmen and women across Illinois!


Friday, September 22, 2023
1st Day of “No Cash Bail”, Gun Ban Rules, Local Fall Foliage Gem, and More

No Cash Bail: Day 1 The Democrats’ SAFE-T Act was fully implemented statewide this week. For months, many have asked me what will happen when there is no longer cash…