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Friday, September 27, 2024
Rep. Charlie Meier Announces Route 161 Between Albers and New Baden is Open

ALBERS, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has announced that Route 161 between Albers and New Baden is open after more than two years of roadwork. The roadwork began…


Monday, August 19, 2024
Reps. Charlie Meier and Kevin Schmidt to Host Coffee Talk

NEW BADEN, IL – State Representatives Charlie Meier and Kevin Schmidt are excited to announce a joint “Coffee Talk” at New Baden Civic Center on Tuesday, August 20. This event…


Friday, August 16, 2024
Meier Notes National Airbourne Day

Today we honor the fearless dedication of our airborne forces on National Airborne Day. Thank you to these brave men and women who uphold an unwavering commitment to the service…


Thursday, August 8, 2024
OSFM Announces $4 Million in Funding for the Small Equipment Grant Program

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) today announced the application period is open for the Small Equipment Grant Program. The OSFM will award $4 million to eligible fire…


Monday, July 22, 2024
Meier Legislation Requiring IDOT to Provide Local Governments Road Studies Signed into Law

OKAWVILLE, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier reports that legislation he sponsored (HB 5138) has been signed into law. The measure requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to make road…


Thursday, July 11, 2024
Happy National Horseradish Month!

It’s National Horseradish Month: Did you know that Illinois is the number one producer of horseradish nationwide? Collinsville is known as the Horseradish Capital of the World. I have residents…


Monday, July 8, 2024
Rep. Meier Warns of I-PASS Phishing Scam

A new scam going around concerning the Illinois Tollway. “We have had several constituents call in about a text message they have received stating that they owe money,” said Rep….


Thursday, July 4, 2024
Happy Fourth of July!

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe.


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Rep. Meier Reminds Communities to Apply For OSLAD Grant Before September

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants between July 1 through Sept. 13, closing…


Friday, May 31, 2024
State Rep. Charlie Meier Defends Manufacturers, Property Owners Threatened by SB 1289

SPRINGFIELD, IL – During the final days of the spring legislative Session, the Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 1289, known as the Safety and Aid for the Environment in…