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Friday, February 16, 2024
News Update

This week began by recognizing the birthday of one of our finest Presidents  – Abraham Lincoln. If you happen to make it up to Springfield soon, there are several wonderful…


Thursday, February 15, 2024
Rep. Meier Tours Rivian Plant in Illinois

I enjoyed seeing the way Rivian vehicles are manufactured in Normal, Illinois with my colleagues in the General Assembly last week. Here is a video of what I saw on…


Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Capitol Crimes: Irreparable Harm

In late 2022, Martin Hubbard was convicted of eight counts of predatory sexual assault and sentenced to life without the possibility of parole. Earlier in the year he had been…


Monday, February 12, 2024
Happy Birthday President Lincoln

Today we celebrate the life and achievements of one the greatest Presidents in U.S. history. Abraham Lincoln’s leadership, wisdom, and will to overcome the many hardships he faced throughout his…


Friday, February 9, 2024
News Update

Good afternoon from Springfield. This week I’ve got some good news to share about bipartisan legislation to help family farms. I’ll also tell you about a bill I’m supporting to…


Tuesday, February 6, 2024
House Returns Feb. 6 for Session

The Illinois House of Representatives will reconvene today Tuesday, February 6. You may watch the session live here.


Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Happy birthday, President Reagan!

On this day 113 years ago, President Ronald Reagan was born in Tampico, Illinois. Happy birthday, President Reagan!


Saturday, February 3, 2024
Black History Month

Black History Month is a time to recognize the history, culture, and achievements of African Americans. This month-long celebration has been observed since 1976. The 2024 theme for Black History…


Friday, February 2, 2024
News Update

Last week we were scheduled to be in Springfield for the legislative session Tuesday through Thursday, but Thursday was canceled and there was very little done on Tuesday and Wednesday….


Friday, February 2, 2024
Wear Red Day

Today is National Wear Red Day. Be sure to wear red in an effort to bring awareness to heart disease in women and support women’s heart health.