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Monday, February 24, 2025
Charlie’s Capitol Catch-Up

As we begin a new week, I wanted to give you an update on what I’ve been up to around the district and what’s going on around the state. FACEBOOK…


Monday, February 24, 2025
Follow Rep. Meier’s New Facebook Page

I’m excited to announce that I have a new Facebook dedicated solely to state-related issues and topics. To follow along my legislative work and representative work, please follow it at this…


Friday, February 21, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier Introduces ‘Ultrasound Opportunity Act’

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has introduced the ‘Ultrasound Opportunity Act,’ which would give pregnant women the opportunity to have an ultrasound before having an abortion. “The…


Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier Statement on Governor Pritzker’s Budget Address

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) released the following statement after Governor JB Pritzker presented a virtual Budget Address for members of the Illinois General Assembly today. “Today, Governor Pritzker showed…


Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Charlie’s Capitol Catch-Up

I hope you’re all staying warm as we deal with another snowy weather system moving in. I wanted to take time and update you on what’s been happening around the…


Thursday, February 13, 2025
Judge Rules FOID Card Act Unconstitutional; State Rep. Charlie Meier Calls for Repeal

HIGHLAND, IL – Judge T. Scott Webb issued his order and finding in People of the State of Illinois v. Vivian Brown and found that certain elements of the FOID…


Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Meier: Madigan Verdict Sends Clear Message

HIGHLAND, IL –State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) applauded the verdict on the high-profile federal court case against former longtime Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan. Today, a jury found Madigan…


Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Meier Fights Back as Democrats Take Aim at Homeschool Families

Democrats in Illinois continue to push overreaching legislation and expansion of government, and the latest example comes in the form of HB 2827, filed last week in the House by…


Monday, February 10, 2025
Charlie’s Capitol Catch Up

I wanted to take a minute to update you on what’s been going on in Springfield, what I’ve been up to around the district, and some other happenings around the…


Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Rep. Meier: Let’s Discuss the Real Issues

Today, the entire House Republican Caucus walked out of the legislative chamber to protest politically motivated resolutions introduced by House Democrats. In response, State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the…