We’re back in Springfield for the final week of the spring session with a state budget expected to drop in the next few days. The House is scheduled to be called to…

Thank you to the EMS workers across the state who save lives and help people through their most critical moments. Happy EMS Week and thank you for all that you…

The House is scheduled to return to Springfield on Wednesday after Democrats failed to meet their self-imposed budget deadline last Friday. https://capitolnewsillinois.com/NEWS/as-leaders-extend-session-with-budget-unfinished-several-sweeping-last-minute-bills-surface

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…

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…

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…

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 |…

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

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…

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…