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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Illinois grows millions of bushels of soybeans. Why aren’t we eating them?

From Capitol News Illinois Rep. Charlie Meier, R-Okawville, a farmer himself who raises about 1,000 acres of soybeans every year, noted that farmers follow price signals. “We are very conservative,…


Friday, May 22, 2026
Landan Carper Serves as Rep. Charlie Meier’s Page for the Day

Landan Carper from Saint Jacob served as Rep. Charlie Meier’s Page for the Day in the Illinois House of Representatives. “It is refreshing to see young people like Landan have…


Tuesday, May 19, 2026
GUN GRAB ALERT: Oppose HB 4471

❗️GUN GRAB ALERT❗️ With less than 2 weeks until the Spring Legislation Session ends, Illinois Democrats are at it again with out-of-touch policy. Sign up for my e-newsletter to stay…


Friday, May 15, 2026
Charlie’s Capitol Catch Up: Energy, Budget, Down on the Farm & More

With less than 3 weeks left in the Spring Session, there’s a lot going on. Here’s what you should know. Welcoming Local Women to Capitol for Leadership Event State Representative…


Thursday, May 14, 2026
WATCH: Meier’s Resolution to “Unplug Illinois” Passes House

HR 594 declares July 11, 2026 as Unplug Illinois Day and encourages Illinoisans to put down their cell phones, stay away from the screens, and enjoy the natural wonders of…


Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Rep. Meier Remembers his Mother on Mother’s Day

“I hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day,” said Rep. Meier. “In memory of my mother, this year I went to give blood. I am a CMV-negative and O-positive…


Thursday, May 7, 2026
Police Memorial at the Capitol Remembers Fallen Heroes

Today we gathered with law enforcement officers and families from across the state to pay tribute to Illinois’ fallen police officers. This solemn ceremony honors the bravery, service, and sacrifice…


Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Meier Celebrates Bacon Day at the Capitol

We’re celebrating Illinois Bacon Day at the Capitol today in honor of the pork producers who #BringHomeTheBacon for Illinois. 🥓 House Resolution 823 celebrates May 6th as Illinois Bacon Day….


Thursday, April 30, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Joins Daily Show with CJ Nasello

State Representative Charlie Meier joins CJ Nasello during the Chamber’s 40th! The two discuss how important the Chamber is, how much the area has grown, and so much more! Representative Meier also…


Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Stop the Redistricting Power Grab! Sign Our Petition!

I’m contacting you today to sound the alarm about a proposed constitutional amendment from Illinois Democrats which would further weaken standards for fair legislative maps and make partisan gerrymandering even…