State Representative Charlie Meier supports a bold legislative package aimed at improving public safety, recruiting and retaining police officers and other law enforcement officials, and providing assistance to victims of…

Session Update for the week: Last week we got a late start in Springfield, beginning our work on Wednesday after the Primary Election on Tuesday. Along with being the election,…

National Medal of Honor Day recognizes those who have received the highest military award for valor. Since its creation in 1861, only 3,517 members of the armed forces have achieved…

The Illinois State Police is increasing starting pay for new State Troopers. Starting July 1, 2024, new Troopers will earn a total amount of compensation above $90k upon graduation from…

State Representative Charlie Meier joined a group from University of Illinois Extension and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in Springfield recently for the 2024 Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day. The state of Illinois…

The Illinois House of Representatives is back today. You may watch and listen live today (March 20) at 1pm here.

Happy National Agriculture Day! Did you know that Illinois is the fifth highest agriculture-producing state in the nation? Celebrate today by enjoying locally-grown agricultural products.

Five states, including Illinois, will be holding their Primary Election Days on Tuesday, March 19, a week after both Joe Biden and Donald Trump secured their parties nominations to top…

This week we were in Springfield for many committee hearings and committee votes. We also got to welcome some great guests to the Capitol. It was one of my favorite…

This years 2024 Soil Health Week brought together farmers and eaters, organizations, state leaders, legislators, and other partners to celebrate Illinois’ most precious natural resource.