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Sunday, April 30, 2023
It’s National “Adopt a Shelter Pet Day”!

Did you know that shelter Cats and Dogs are the official state pets of Illinois? When you’re looking for a new pet please adopt, don’t shop!


Friday, April 28, 2023
Three Weeks Left, New Crime Fighting Legislation, Redbirds and Panthers in the House, and More

Three Weeks Left We have three short weeks left before our scheduled May 19 adjournment, and we have yet to see an official state revenue estimate for fiscal year 2024…


Thursday, April 27, 2023
Congratulations State Champion Washington High School Wrestlers!

Rep. Tipsword and the Illinois House this week honored IHSA Class 2A wrestling champion Washington HIgh School Panthers! Congratulations on a fantastic season! Watch below! https://youtu.be/D0gljwezEG8


Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Tipsword, House Republican Public Safety Working Group Introduce New Measures to Protect Families and Taxpayers

Rep. Tipsword and fellow members of the House Republican Truth in Public Safety, or TIPS, Working Group, today announced a new package of legislation they are championing to  meaningfully improve…


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Metamora Grade School Playground Renovation Ribbon Cutting

Rep. Tipsword was proud to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for phase 1 of the playground renovations at Metamora Grade School. Metamora Grade School hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Playground…


Friday, April 21, 2023
Chicago Soft on Crime Policies Continue, Healthcare for Undocumented Immigrants, Tax Competitiveness, and More

New Chicago Mayor, Same Soft on Crime Policies I was disappointed, but not surprised, by remarks from Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson this week signaling his continuation of soft on crime…


Thursday, April 20, 2023
Tipsword: New Chicago Mayor, Same Soft on Crime Policies

Rep. Tipsword today said he was disappointed, but not surprised, by remarks from Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson signaling his continuation of soft on crime policies that have resulted in a…


Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Agriculture Teachers Wanted!

The Illinois State Board of Education is looking for career-changers who want to teach agriculture classes in Illinois high schools and middle schools. https://www.advantagenews.com/news/local/granite-city-news/demand-for-illinois-ag-teachers-is-strong/article_bc6073fc-dadf-11ed-9e25-dbf83039c602.html


Monday, April 17, 2023
Drive Safely-Save a Life

In 2020, 857 people were killed and more than 44,000 were injured in work zone crashes. You can stay safe while traveling through work zones by following a few tips:…


Sunday, April 16, 2023
Anglers: Fishing Licenses are now on Sale

Do you have your Illinois fishing license yet? Licenses for the 2023 season are on sale now! https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/2023/04/12/illinois-fishing-license-2023-il-department-of-natural-resources-dnr/70102775007/