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Sunday, March 29, 2026
Rep. Meier Honors Vietnam Veterans

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War. If you know a Vietnam Vet, remember to welcome them home and thank them…


Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Rep. Meier Recognizes Medal of Honor Day

OKAWVILLE, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier released the following statement in recognition of Medal of Honor Day in America. “The Medal of Honor is our nation’s highest military award…


Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Rep. Meier Celebrates Agriculture Day with FFA Students at State Capitol

Monday, March 23, 2026
Meier: House Committee Deadline is Friday, March 27

We return to Springfield tomorrow for the start of what’s expected to be a very busy week of committees as we approach the March 27 deadline to move House Bills….


Thursday, March 19, 2026
State Representative Charlie Meier Honors Blake Twenhafel with House Resolution

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier today announced the adoption of House Resolution 637, recognizing Blake Twenhafel for his outstanding achievement in agriculture and leadership. House Resolution 637 congratulates…


Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Meier Presents Sportsman Caucus Donation for Kids Fishing Clinic

State Representative Charlie Meier presented a donation on behalf of the Legislative Sportsmen Caucus to the Highland Moose Lodge 2479 to be used for their 17th annual Kids Free Fishing…


Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier Recognized as One of Illinois’ Most Effective Legislators

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has been ranked the 3rd most effective House Republican by the Center for Effective Lawmaking. “When I go to Springfield, I figure…


Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Veto Session Recap: Transit, Immigration, & Energy

Democrats tap Southern Illinois to bail out Chicago’s broken transit system, limit immigration enforcement, and pass bill to raise your energy bills. Here’s what happened during Veto Session. Illinois Democrats…


Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Illinois Soybean Growers Hosting Grain Bin Safety Webinar

Grain bin entrapments remain one of the leading causes of farm fatalities, with incidents rising in recent years. The Illinois Soybean Growers are hosting a free Grain Bin Safety Webinar…


Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier’s Poultry Bill Becomes Law

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier’s (R-Okawville) bill, HB 2196, is now law. This law makes it easier for small poultry farmers to farm and sell poultry with less regulation from…