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Friday, February 1, 2019
Rep. Meier Opposes Madigan’s Anti-Democratic Rules

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) recently voted against the passage of Speaker Madigan’s anti-democratic House rules, the rules enable Madigan to control the destiny of every bill considered in the…


Thursday, January 24, 2019
Rep. Meier Co-Sponsors Fair Map Amendment

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) co-sponsored legislation introduced by House Republican Leader Jim Durkin (R-Western Springs) calling for the independent drawing of legislative maps. The proposal (HJRCA 10) is…


Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Solar Energy Seminar with Rep. Meier Jan. 28 in O’Fallon

Are alternative energy sources right for you? Join State Representative Charlie Meier and University of Illinois Extension staff for a free seminar on Monday, January 28 at 6:30 pm at…


Thursday, January 17, 2019
Statement on Governor Pritzker Signing Bill to Require Duplicating Gun Dealer Licenses

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed legislation today to require law-abiding gun dealers which are already licensed by the federal government to obtain a state gun dealer license and pay a…


Friday, January 11, 2019
Meier nominates Jim Durkin Speaker of the House

Thursday, January 10, 2019
Rep. Meier begins new term, nominates Durkin for House Speaker

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) was sworn into office on Wednesday, January 9 at the University of Illinois – Springfield, the official inauguration of the 101st Illinois General Assembly. In…


Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Kaskaskia College to receive state funding for building repairs

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) recently announced that the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) has signed off on Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) release of $11.3 million…


Thursday, September 6, 2018
Rep. Meier Receives Champion of Free Enterprise Award from Illinois Chamber

The Illinois Chamber of Commerce today released their legislative ratings for the 100th General Assembly. Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) was awarded the “Champion of Free Enterprise” award, in…


Monday, August 20, 2018
Rep. Charlie Meier Receives 4H Hall of Fame Award

Illinois State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) was recently inducted into the Illinois 4-H Foundation Hall of Fame. The 4-H Foundation presented the award to Rep. Meier on Ag Day at…


Thursday, August 9, 2018
Senior Fair August 29 in Highland Hosted by Rep. Charlie Meier

State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) will host his fifth annual Senior Citizen Health fair Wednesday, August 29 at the Weinheimer Community Center, located at 1100 Main Street in Highland, from…