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Monday, June 10, 2024
Caucus Blog: Democrats Ignore their own Rules, Raise Taxes

The Democratic supermajority broke their own House Rules during the final hours of the spring legislative session when they allowed lawmakers to vote three times on one piece of legislation…


Friday, June 7, 2024
Illinois Milk Producers Association Donates 17,000+ Pounds of Milk

The Illinois Milk Producers Association is helping fight hunger in Illinois with a generous donation of 17,424 pounds of milk to food banks throughout the state. Thank you to the…


Friday, June 7, 2024
Democrat’s Rushed Election Law Changes Found Unconstitutional by County Judge

Last month, Democrats’ elections bill was introduced, passed through the General Assembly, and signed into law in less than two days. This law, which changed election rules mid-cycle, has now…


Friday, May 31, 2024
State Rep. Charlie Meier Defends Manufacturers, Property Owners Threatened by SB 1289

SPRINGFIELD, IL – During the final days of the spring legislative Session, the Illinois General Assembly passed Senate Bill 1289, known as the Safety and Aid for the Environment in…


Friday, May 31, 2024
Rep. Meier Congratulates Recipients of 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments and EMS providers selected as recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. “These grants are…


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Watch: Rep. Meier Shares Thoughts Regarding Flawed Budget Implementation Bill

Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Charlie Meier Says No to $1 Billion in Tax Hikes and $1 Billion More for Illegal Immigrants in Democrats-only FY 25 Budget

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is one of many Illinois lawmakers who have expressed deep concerns with the proposed Illinois Fiscal Year 2025 Budget finalized late Friday evening when…


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
May 29 is National Senior Health and Fitness Day

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is a chance for seniors to get active. Physical activity can have many positive effects on a senior’s health, such as controlling blood pressure…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Above is a…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Meier Offers Advice to Residents and Businesses Following Sunday’s Major Storm Damage

OKAWVILLE, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier is reminding local residents of best practices following the outbreak of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes on Sunday evening throughout the metro-east and southern…