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Friday, August 11, 2023
Statement on IL Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Gun Ban

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued the following statement after the Illinois Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to uphold legislation enforcing a gun ban in the state: “Once again Governor Pritzker’s…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Back to School Safety Tips

As summer draws to a close and children start heading back to school, family life can get pretty hectic. It’s important to remember – and share with your children –…


Thursday, August 10, 2023
Rep. Meier Tours St. Louis Regional Freightway

Rep. Elik learned more about the freight operations and infrastructure improvements in Illinois and Missouri on Thursday. The tour was hosted by the St. Louis Regional Freightway and Terminal Railroad…


Thursday, August 10, 2023
Illinois State Fair kicks off Today

The State Fair runs through August 20 and features some big names for the Grandstand lineup this year. Visit the State Fair website for more information. https://statefair.illinois.gov/


Wednesday, August 9, 2023
News Update

Monday was Purple Heart Day, a day to recognize and honor heroes in our armed forces who sacrificed for our freedom and the freedom of those around the world. To…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Rep. Meier Renews Calls for Ethics Reform Ahead of Corruption Trial

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is renewing his call for the Democrat controlled legislature to join House Republicans by enacting stronger anti-corruption reforms ahead of the corruption trial of indicted…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Purple Heart Day

Today we acknowledge, honor, and remember the sacrifices made by our military servicemembers and those who have earned the Purple Heart. Thank you to these brave heroes and their families…


Friday, August 4, 2023
Happy Coast Guard Day!

August 4 is celebrated as Coast Guard Day to honor the establishment on that day in 1790 of the Revenue Cutter Service, forebear of today’s Coast Guard, by the Treasury…


Friday, August 4, 2023
News Update

Thank you to everyone who joined me last week for my Evening on the Meier Farm! We were able to enjoy good food, good music, and good company! Legislative Update…


Thursday, August 3, 2023
Home Delivery of Spirits is Here to Stay

Home delivery of alcohol in Illinois is here to stay, as the cocktails-to-go law has been extended for five years through August 1, 2028. Illinois restaurants and bars first began…