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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Week in Review: Childcare shortage, college tuition, jobs and more

BUDGETHammond & Elik named heads of Illinois House Republican budget team. House Republican Leader Tony McCombie announced the House Republicans’ budget team on Friday, naming Deputy Leader Norine Hammond as Chief Budgeteer for…


Sunday, January 22, 2023
National Sanctity of Human Life Day

Today we recognize the importance of the sanctity of LIFE.


Friday, January 13, 2023
Rep. Meier to Serve on House Republican Leadership Team

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) was appointed to serve as the Assistant House Republican Leader for the 103rd General Assembly, joining the leadership team chosen by newly elected House…


Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Charlie Meier Sworn in as Representative of Illinois’ 109th House District

On Wednesday, January 11th, Charlie Meier was officially sworn in as the State Representative for the 109th House District in the Illinois General Assembly. Representative Meier, who has served the…


Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Meier Votes Against Firearm Ban Signed by Governor Pritzker

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued a statement following his vote against the firearm ban signed into law by Governor Pritzker tonight: “I voted against the firearm ban signed…


Monday, January 9, 2023
Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!

Thank you to all of the law enforcement personnel in Illinois who selflessly serve their communities, protect residents from harm, and make our neighborhoods safer places to live, learn, and…


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…