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Saturday, November 11, 2023
Today We Honor our Veterans

This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…


Tuesday, November 7, 2023
House Returns for Last Week of Veto Session

The Illinois House returns for the second week of the fall veto session today. It is our final chance to act on the major issues facing our state before the…


Friday, July 14, 2023
Zoom Meeting July 19 to Discuss Legislation Impacting Programs for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Rep. Meier is hosting a Zoom meeting with workshops in Illinois on July 19th at 10:00 am concerning legislation pending in the Illinois House of Representatives (House Bill 793) that…


Thursday, June 8, 2023
Meier Weekly Newsletter

It has been a busy week getting around the district to events and meeting with constituents. There are a lot of bills that passed this legislative session, many of which…


Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Meier Issues Response to Governor Signing FY 24 Budget into Law

OKAWVILLE – State Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) released the following statement upon Governor JB Pritzker affixing his signature to the FY 24 Illinois budget on Wednesday. Meier voted no on…


Thursday, April 6, 2023
Applications are OPEN for $175M grant program for hotels & restaurants

$175M in grants are available for restaurants, hotels & creative arts business through #ILB2B. Need help preparing to apply or determining eligibility? 100+ navigators across IL are available to support…


Monday, March 13, 2023
Session Update

We will start this update with a bit of good news! Congratulations to our state champions! The 109th District is home to four girls basketball state championship teams! Congratulations to the Class…


Saturday, December 31, 2022
Illinois Supreme Court halts the abolition of the cash bail system

The Illinois Supreme Court halted the abolition of the cash bail system hours before the new law was set to take effect. Without action, many criminals would have been able…


Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Meier’s Statement on Democrats’ Plan to Change the Rules to Elect More Judges

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement concerning his opposition to Illinois legislative Democrats’ plan to create more judgeships for Democrats: “When is enough is enough? The Democrats split the…


Thursday, November 25, 2021
Happy Thanksgiving!