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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


Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Firefighters Memorial, Medal of Honor Ceremony

This morning we stood with first responders at the Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield to remember the Illinois firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty…


Monday, May 8, 2023
The Rising Cost of Medicaid Coverage for Illegal Immigrants

The estimated cost for Illinois to continue providing health care coverage to noncitizens who are otherwise ineligible for Medicaid benefits has been revised upward to $1.1 billion for the upcoming…


Sunday, May 7, 2023
How Safe is it to Eat Fish Caught in Illinois Waters?

The Illinois Department of Public Health has announced updated consumption advisories for sport fish caught in Illinois waters. https://www.wcia.com/news/state-news/idph-releases-updated-list-of-illinois-sport-fish-consumption-advisories/


Friday, May 5, 2023
Com Ed Four Corruption, Where’s the Budget, Honoring Fallen Officers, and More

Com Ed Four Guilty Verdicts Spotlight Continuing Corruption…Madigan Trial is Next A Federal Jury this week found all defendants in the “Com-Ed Four” corruption trial guilty of bribery-related charges. This…


Friday, May 5, 2023
Law Enforcement Memorial Day

Thursday was a somber day at the Capitol as law enforcement from across the state traveled to Springfield for the annual memorial ceremony to mourn and to honor those who…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Rep. Tipsword: Anything Less than Fair and Honest Representation is Completely Unacceptable

A Federal Jury today found all defendants in the “Com-Ed Four” corruption trial guilty of bribery-related charges. Rep. Tipsword (R-Metamora) released the following statement: “Today’s verdict is only the beginning….