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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Rep. Meier Remembers his Mother on Mother’s Day

“I hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day,” said Rep. Meier. “In memory of my mother, this year I went to give blood. I am a CMV-negative and O-positive…


Monday, May 11, 2026
Roger Stieg’s Hall of Fame Recognition Honored by Rep. Charlie Meier

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) passed House Resolution 865 to honor Roger Stieg’s induction to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame Class of 2026. “Roger…


Friday, May 8, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Continues Fight for “Dignity in Pay Act” Funding

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is continuing his work to advocate on behalf of workers with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The “Dignity in Pay Act” passed during…


Thursday, May 7, 2026
Police Memorial at the Capitol Remembers Fallen Heroes

Today we gathered with law enforcement officers and families from across the state to pay tribute to Illinois’ fallen police officers. This solemn ceremony honors the bravery, service, and sacrifice…


Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Meier Celebrates Bacon Day at the Capitol

We’re celebrating Illinois Bacon Day at the Capitol today in honor of the pork producers who #BringHomeTheBacon for Illinois. 🥓 House Resolution 823 celebrates May 6th as Illinois Bacon Day….


Thursday, April 30, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Joins Daily Show with CJ Nasello

State Representative Charlie Meier joins CJ Nasello during the Chamber’s 40th! The two discuss how important the Chamber is, how much the area has grown, and so much more! Representative Meier also…


Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Rep. Meier Offers Advice in Wake of Storms

State Representative Charlie Meier is reminding local residents of best practices following the severe thunderstorms and at least one tornado on Monday afternoon throughout Southern Illinois. Rep. Meier is offering…


Friday, April 24, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Welcomes Local Women to Capitol for Annual Leadership Event

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier welcomed two outstanding local leaders, Dr. India Johnson and Kayla Gentz, to the Illinois Capitol as part of the House Republicans’ annual Women…


Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Slams Democratic Redistricting Power Grab

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) issued a strong rebuke following the passage of House Joint Resolution Constitutional Amendment 28 (HJRCA 28), legislation advanced by Illinois Democrats that…


Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Stop the Redistricting Power Grab! Sign Our Petition!

I’m contacting you today to sound the alarm about a proposed constitutional amendment from Illinois Democrats which would further weaken standards for fair legislative maps and make partisan gerrymandering even…