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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Rep. Meier Co-Sponsors Successful Effort to Crack Down on Irresponsible CILAs and Protect CILA Residents

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has worked for many years to protect residents with profound physical and mental disabilities living in Illinois’ State-Operated Developmental Centers (SODC) and…


Monday, May 20, 2024
Rep. Meier Recognizes National EMS Week

EMS Week honors the important work of all Emergency Medical Service workers. Their continued work saves lives and helps our communities every day. Thank you to EMS workers for all…


Saturday, May 18, 2024
News Update

Last week we were in Springfield and continued our committee work and began voting on Senate bills. While it was a relatively quiet week in the legislature, I expect the…


Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Rep. Meier Recognizes Nation Police Week

National Police Week honors the incredible sacrifice and contributions of law enforcement officers across the nation. Thank you to all police officers for your continued dedication to the safety of…


Monday, May 13, 2024
Watch: Rep. Charlie Meier Advocates to Save Jobs at Developmentally Disabled WorkshopsWatch:

State Representative Charlie Meier expresses his concerns with House Bill 793, legislation that could put thousands of Illinoisans with developmental disabilities out of work.


Monday, May 13, 2024
Op-Ed: Legislature Must Stop HB 793 to Save the Jobs of Developmentally Disabled

Throughout my time in Springfield serving southern Illinois and portions of the Metro-East, I have worked hard to represent the best interests of the citizens in our state that live…


Thursday, May 9, 2024
May is Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month is a month-long observance honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made sacrifices…


Monday, May 6, 2024
Rep. Meier Honors Fallen Police Officers

Last week we honored our fallen heroes at the Illinois Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony. Law enforcement officers from across the state were in attendance to recognize officers who have made…


Monday, May 6, 2024
Today is National Nurses Day

National Nurses Day is a great reminder of the important work that nurses do to keep our communities healthy. A special thank you to all of the nurses in the…


Thursday, May 2, 2024
Listen: Rep. Meier Voices Frustration Regarding Last Second Election Omnibus Bill

Springfield – State Representative Charlie Meier (R – Okawville) outlined several issues he had with the rushed passage of Senate Bill 2412 by House Democrats on Wednesday. ### State Representative…