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Monday, September 18, 2023
Rep. Meier’s Statement on End of Cash Bail Taking Effect Sept. 18

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement as the State of Illinois implements no cash bail today: “I voted against the elimination of cash bail before it became…


Wednesday, August 30, 2023
State Lawmakers tour Community Link workshop amid pending legislation

On August 28, State Representatives Charlie Meier, Katie Stuart, Amy Elik and Senator Erica Harriss toured the Community Link workshop in Breese. Lawmakers were at the facility to talk about…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Rep. Meier’s Statement on Mapes Guilty Verdict in Illinois Corruption Trial

State Representative Charlie Meier issued the following statement in Illinois’ most recent corruption trial verdict concerning Mike Madigan’s closest confidant, Tim Mapes guilty verdict: “As of today, all five people…


Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Rep. Meier Says ‘He Will Fight to Keep Choate Open Just Like He Fought to Keep Murray Center Open’

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is sharing his concerns about a report released by the “self-proclaimed government watchdog” Equip for Equality on the abuse and neglect reported at Choate Mental…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Meier’s Statement on Governor’s Veto of New Nuclear Power Plant Construction

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement after Governor JB Pritzker vetoed legislation to lift the new nuclear power plant construction ban in Illinois: “I disagree with the…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Statement on IL Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Gun Ban

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement after the Illinois Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to uphold legislation enforcing a gun ban in the state: “Once again Governor Pritzker’s…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Rep. Meier Renews Calls for Ethics Reform Ahead of Corruption Trial

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is renewing his call for the Democrat controlled legislature to join House Republicans by enacting stronger anti-corruption reforms ahead of the corruption trial of indicted…


Friday, July 21, 2023
Rep. Meier Hosting Office Hours July 25 in Greenville

State Representative Charlie Meier’s office will be hosting traveling office hours in Greenville on Tuesday, July 25 to meet with constituents that have an issue or concern with the state…


Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Meier’s Statement on IL Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of No-Cash Bail

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement after the Illinois Supreme Court ruled Illinois can enact no-cash bail for criminals effective September 18, 2023: “I voted against eliminating…


Thursday, July 13, 2023
Republican Lawmakers Call for Hearings into New Reports of Abuse and Neglect at Illinois Group Homes and Developmentally Disabled Facilities

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville), State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton), and State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) held a press conference on Wednesday where they issued new demands for joint hearings…