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Monday, August 5, 2024
Meier Messenger

I’ve been enjoying the county fairs, chicken dinners with constituents, and the final weeks before harvest season begins on the farm. Last week I received a wonderful surprise when I…


Sunday, August 4, 2024
Rep. Meier Marks National Coast Guard Day

On National Coast Guard Day, we express our gratitude to the brave men and women of the Coast Guard. Your unwavering commitment to protecting our shores and serving our nation…


Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Rep. Meier: Farmers Impacted by Severe Weather May Be Eligible for Help

Farmers impacted by severe weather in Illinois may be eligible to receive help from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Here’s what you should know. Illinois farmers get assistance from USDA…


Monday, July 29, 2024
Meier Receives National Award by A Voice of Reason

OKAWVILLE, IL – Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier was awarded the 2024 VOICE Award by the A Voice of Reason (VOR). The VOICE Award is given out to one individual…


Friday, July 26, 2024
Rep. Meier Cheering on Illinois Olympians

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris will kick-off with the opening ceremony on July 26 and conclude on August 11. Athletes will compete in 32 sports and 329 medal…


Thursday, July 25, 2024
Meier Marks National Hire a Veteran Day

July 25th is Hire a Veteran Day. This day reminds employers to consider the brave men and women who have served our nation to fill their open positions.


Monday, July 22, 2024
Meier Legislation Requiring IDOT to Provide Local Governments Road Studies Signed into Law

OKAWVILLE, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier reports that legislation he sponsored (HB 5138) has been signed into law. The measure requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to make road…


Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Nashville Dam Failure ‘Imminent”

If you live in the Nashville, IL area please be aware of the dam failure and evacuate if you are in the affected area. I have been in constant communication…


Thursday, July 11, 2024
Happy National Horseradish Month!

It’s National Horseradish Month: Did you know that Illinois is the number one producer of horseradish nationwide? Collinsville is known as the Horseradish Capital of the World. I have residents…


Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Rep. Meier: Repeal the TRUST Act!

State Representative Charlie Meier has reaffirmed his stance against HB3882, a law allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses in Illinois, which recently went into effect on July 1. Representative…