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Friday, July 28, 2023
Some Drivers Services Facilities Moving to Appointment Only

Starting September 1st, 44 driver services facilities around the state will require appointments for some services. See if your nearest facility will be impacted: https://www.wqad.com/article/news/politics/illinois-politics/appointments-to-be-required-at-state-driver-services-facilities-illinois/526-d1e0a1ed-fd4c-479f-ba0c-d6ad6d15a79a


Thursday, July 27, 2023
Rep. Tipsword Tapped for Edgar Fellows Class of 2023

40 SELECTED FOR 2023 EDGAR FELLOWS PROGRAM URBANA, IL — In a highly competitive process, forty public policy leaders from across Illinois have been selected for the 2023 class of…


Monday, July 24, 2023
Stay Safe in the Summer Heat

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: -Limit outdoor activities -Drink plenty of water -Wear…


Friday, July 21, 2023
Continuing Work on Public Safety is a Top Priority

You can read more about this week’s Supreme Court ruling on the elimination of cash bail, it’s impact on our communities, and public safety fixes House Republicans have been working…


Thursday, July 20, 2023
Democrat Lawmakers Criticize Pritzker’s Use of Power THEY Gave Him

This spring, Democrat lawmakers chose to hand more power over to the Governor to avoid making tough decisions themselves. After abdicating their responsibilities, these same lawmakers are now criticizing the…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Rep. Tipsword: Cash Bail Elimination Ruling is a Blow to the Safety of Our Communities

By a vote of 5-2 the Illinois Supreme Court today sided with legislative Democrats supporting the elimination of cash bail for violent offenders in Illinois. State Representative Dennis Tipsword, a…


Friday, July 14, 2023
Update-Supreme Court Decision on Elimination of Cash Bail Coming Tuesday

Illinois Supreme Court set to release ruling on no-cash bail case Tuesday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Friday, July 14, 2023
Gun Ban, Office Grand Opening, County Fair Fun, and More

Democrat gun ban faces federal appellate court The controversial law, which many (including me) believe violates the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners, is facing a panel of Seventh Circuit appellate…


Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Emergency Assistance is Available to Farmers Impacted by Recent Severe Weather

Recent dry conditions and severe weather outbreaks have been hard on area farmers, but emergency help may be available to you. Farmers in eligible counties have eight months from the…


Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Tipsword Launches ReInvest in Kids Petition

Rep. Dennis Tipsword is taking action to prevent the loss of Illinois’ Invest in Kids Scholarship Program at the end of the year. Rep. Tipsword has launched a “Reinvest in…