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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Session Update

Session Update for the week: On Memorial Day, we pause to honor our brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. I hope you took some…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
World Multiple Sclerosis Day

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Many Illinoisans shut out of state budget process

Lawmakers return to Springfield this week to finally address the state budget. It is our sincere hope that Democrats will lift their moratorium and invite Republicans to the negotiating table…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
House Session Begins at 11 am Today

The Illinois House of Representatives will return to business today. You may watch and listen live today (May 24) at 11 am here: https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Applications Available for the Governor’s Hometown Awards

The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) is accepting applications for the Governor’s Hometown Awards (GHTA) program. GHTA gives formal recognition to those who contributed to…


Monday, May 22, 2023
Thank You EMS Workers

Thank you to the EMS workers across the state who save lives and help people through their most critical moments. Happy EMS Week and thank you for all that you…


Friday, May 19, 2023
News Update: Still No State Budget

As usual, the end of the legislative session is unpredictable, disorganized, and anything but transparent for taxpayers. Hopefully, this newsletter today sheds a little bit of light on what has…


Thursday, May 18, 2023
House Back in Session Today at 11:30 am

The Illinois House of Representatives will return to business today. You may watch and listen live at 11:30 am here: https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Monday, May 15, 2023
Illinois Farmers Market Begins This Week!

The Illinois Product Farmers Market will be held every Thursday starting May 18 through September 28 excluding the two Thursdays during the Illinois State Fair. More info here.