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Friday, May 19, 2023
Rep. Tipsword: Unnecessary Legislative Overtime CostsTaxpayers

On the final scheduled day of the legislative session, with no budget plan introduced by the majority party, overtime is now inevitable. Rep. Tipsword stressed that legislators are frustrated, but…


Friday, May 19, 2023
A Bit of Good News this Week…Blue Collar Jobs Act Reinstated

This is an important step to bring more good-paying construction jobs to Illinois communities, Rep. Tipsword said. Illinois to reinstate Blue Collar Jobs Act | Illinois | thecentersquare.com DCEO has…


Thursday, May 18, 2023
Tipsword Votes Against Potential McLean County Property Tax Increase

Rep. Tipsword) cast a resounding “no” vote Wednesday on legislation that will raise property taxes for most taxpayers in McLean County by requiring all McLean County property owners to pay…


Thursday, May 18, 2023
2nd Amendment Setback

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Illinois Democrats’ gun ban while legal challenges continue. U.S. Supreme Court declines to block Illinois and Naperville gun bans | Illinois |…


Wednesday, May 17, 2023
National Police Week

It’s National Police Week! I was proud to share why I joined and still serve in law enforcement in my home county. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2023/05/a-salute-to-heroes-celebrating-national.html


Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Four Days, Budget, More Gun Restrictions, Office Open House and More

4 Days and Counting We have four scheduled session days left in our spring session and, you guessed it, still no budget draft from the majority party. House Republicans have not been…


Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Four Days to Go…Much Yet to Do!

We have four scheduled session days left before the House adjourns for the summer and a number of important issues that have yet to be addressed, including the ethics reform our…


Monday, May 15, 2023
Peace Officers Memorial Day

Today we pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.


Sunday, May 14, 2023
Celebrate Mom!

Happy Mother’s Day and God bless all the amazing moms throughout Illinois!


Thursday, May 11, 2023
Democrats Advance Yet More Firearm Restrictions, Controls

The House Judiciary Criminal Committee approved Democrats’ omnibus firearms bill despite concerns from Republicans, gun advocacy organizations and the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association. https://www.wandtv.com/news/illinois-house-committee-approves-firearm-omnibus-bill/article_236595b4-eed1-11ed-8a84-675289a12dfe.html