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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…


Friday, July 7, 2023
Nuclear Energy Ban, Estate Tax, Business After Hours, and More

Lawmakers look to lift the ban on nuclear energy permits Illinois lawmakers worked to lift the 36-year-old ban on new nuclear energy construction permits this spring, with Senate Bill 76 receiving bipartisan support (I…


Thursday, July 6, 2023
Rep. Tipsword/Chamber Host Office Open House July 13

“Hope to see you on Thursday!” – Dennis Tipsword


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Celebrate Freedom and Independence!

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July!


Sunday, July 2, 2023
Outdoor Grilling Tips for a Safe Summer

Make sure you are following proper safety practices when using grills this holiday weekend and throughout the rest of the summer. July is the peak month for grill fires followed by…


Saturday, July 1, 2023
Stay Safe While Enjoying Fireworks

Here’s what to know about fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July weekend. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2023/06/fireworks-laws-in-illinois-and-safety.html


Friday, June 30, 2023
Gas, Grocery Taxes Rise Just in Time for the Holiday Weekend

Starting Saturday, it’s going to cost you more to gas up and stock up… Illinois taxes increase on basic necessities Saturday | Illinois | thecentersquare.com


Friday, June 30, 2023
Illinois/Midwest Companies Take a Hit from Biden Biodiesel Quotas

The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans: Biden Biodiesel Quotas a Blow to ADM and others


Thursday, June 29, 2023
Federal Appeals Court Hears Illinois Gun Ban Case

The Constitutionality of Illinois Democrats’ gun and magazine ban was heard Thursday in Federal Appeals Court. Federal appeals court hears challenge to Illinois gun and magazine bans | Illinois |…