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Friday, January 6, 2023
Meier Votes Against Firearm Ban Approved by House Democrat Majority

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued a statement following his vote against the Democrat’s firearm ban legislation adopted by the House of Representatives after 12:30 am on Friday: “I…


Wednesday, January 4, 2023
House Returns for Lame Duck Session

We are back in Springfield this afternoon (January 4) for the beginning of lame duck session. Follow along with House debate live today starting at 3 pm at https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Sunday, January 1, 2023
Happy New Year!

Saturday, December 31, 2022
Illinois Supreme Court halts the abolition of the cash bail system

The Illinois Supreme Court halted the abolition of the cash bail system hours before the new law was set to take effect. Without action, many criminals would have been able…


Sunday, December 25, 2022
Merry Christmas!

Warmest wishes to you this Christmas. Wishing all a happy, healthy, and joyous holiday. Merry Christmas!


Thursday, December 22, 2022
Over 180 Laws for the New Year

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is informing the public of several new and notable laws set to take effect in 2023. These new laws include the issuance of Gold Star…


Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Rep. Meier Calls for More Committee Hearings in Opposition to Latest Firearm Ban

Following three legislative hearings held in Chicago this month by lawmakers considering a ban on many firearms commonly used by law-abiding gun owners, State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is calling…


Monday, December 19, 2022
REAL ID Deadline Extended Again

In the future, everyone who wants to enter a federal secured space – including the departure gates of commercial U.S. airports – will be required to have a state identification…


Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Rep. Meier Meets with Office of Consulate General of Israel

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) recently met with the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest at his capitol office. The representatives from the Consulate General of Israel met with…


Wednesday, December 7, 2022
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Today on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day we honor those Americans who were lost, recognize the survivors, and reflect on the impact of that date which will live in infamy. We remember the…