Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants help local governments acquire land and develop public parks and outdoor recreation areas. Applications for the grants are open now through August 31.

Happy Fourth of July! 250 years ago, our forefathers declared independence and established our great country. Since that day, America has been a beacon of freedom and democracy for the…

HIGHLAND, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is highlighting a new law he helped pass that helps lower prescription drug costs, increases accountability for pharmacy middlemen, and provides critical financial…

GILMAN, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) joined state and local officials to cut the ribbon at Incobrasa Industries’ new soybean processing plant and solar array in Gilman, Illinois –…

June has been full of farming, community events, and more. Here’s what you should know. 109th District Communities Granted OSFM Small Equipment Funding A total of $6 million was awarded…

Read the full article at Capitol News Illinois. GILMAN – At Incobrasa Industries, one of four soybean processing and biodiesel manufacturing companies in Illinois, a construction project is expected to…

After the largest-in-history $55.9 Billion FY 27 State Budget was signed into law by Governor Pritzker on June 16, State Representative Charlie Meier issued the following statement: “I’m disappointed that…

From The Caucus Blog: Rather than taking responsibility for the challenges facing Illinois, Governor Pritzker continues to point fingers and shift blame. Whether it’s the state budget, affordability, immigration, or…

State Representative Charlie Meier shared the Office of the State Fire Marshal’s announcement that seven communities in the 109th District receiving Small Equipment Grant awards. A total of $6 million was awarded to…

Spring Session Ends with a Flurry of Legislative Action. State Representative Charlie Meier Votes No on Largest Budget in Illinois History “I voted no on this record-breaking, tax-hiking budget because…