Here’s what’s going on in the 109th district. Second Amendment I’ve been hearing from many of you about your opposition to restrictive gun bills which would place more burdens on…

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has revised the South Zone waterfowl season dates for the 2026-2030 seasons based on input from waterfowl hunters. Under the revised plan, the…

Merry Christmas to You and Your Family! As 2025 draws to a close and we look ahead to the new year, I would like to wish you and your loved…

HIGHLAND, IL – Following the release of the 2025 Resource Adequacy Study by the Illinois Power Agency, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, and the Illinois Commerce Commission warning of an impending energy…

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the statement following the Governor’s signing of SB 1950, which legalizes physician-assisted suicide in Illinois. “I am deeply disappointed in Governor Pritzker’s decision to…

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has been ranked the 3rd most effective House Republican by the Center for Effective Lawmaking. “When I go to Springfield, I figure…

From Riverbender.com – With doors wide open to neighbors experiencing homelessness and those less fortunate, Madison County shared a Thanksgiving meal rooted in compassion and community. Madison County employees served…

Democrats tap Southern Illinois to bail out Chicago’s broken transit system, limit immigration enforcement, and pass bill to raise your energy bills. Here’s what happened during Veto Session. Illinois Democrats…

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement after Governor JB Pritzker signed an executive order blaming President Trump for agricultural hardship sin Illinois: “JB Pritzker…

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) are responding following the release of 2026-2030 waterfowl season dates, which notably did not…