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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Charlie’s Capitol Catch Up: Bills, 2A, Around the District, & More

Last week was the House Third Reading Deadline. Let me fill you in. Moving Bills Ahead of last Friday’s deadline, I was working to make sure my bills were moving….


Friday, April 17, 2026
State Rep. Charlie Meier Honors Two Breese Central State Champs at Capitol

“I am honored to have Breese Central Cougar Women Basketball Team and Cheerleading Team to the Capitol today,” said Rep. Charlie Meier. “Both of these teams are State Champions and…


Thursday, April 16, 2026
Meier Stands Up for 2A at IGOLD

State Represenative Charlie Meier joined Second Amdnement advocates from across Illinois for Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD). “The Second Amendment is not up for grabs,” said Rep. Charlie Meier….


Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Rep. Charlie Meier Joins Advocates to Demand Changes at DHS

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) and disability advocates held a press conference in Springfield to spotlight a series of reform bills aimed at addressing critical failures within the…


Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Maliah Riechmann and Clara Kozuszek Serve as Rep. Charlie Meier’s Page for the Day

SPRINGFIELD – Rep. Charlie Meier showed Maliah Riechmann and Clara Kozuszek around the Capitol today as they served as his Page for the Day. Maliah Riechmann is a senior at…


Monday, April 6, 2026
Meier Celebrates Agriculture Legislative Day at the Capitol

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Charlie Meier is quick to point out that had it not been for his involvement with FFA and 4-H as a youngster, he would not be a…


Monday, March 16, 2026
Charlie’s Capitol Catch Up: Pritzker, Energy, Storms

I hope you are all doing well after the storms! Here is an update on some things you may be interested in. Governor Pritzker Needs a Dose of Reality During…


Thursday, March 12, 2026
Meier Visits Carlyle Junior High

State Representative Charlie Meier visited Carlyle Junior High to meet with students and staff. “These students asked some tough questions and have a bright future ahead,” said Rep. Charlie Meier.


Friday, March 6, 2026
Charlie’s Capitol Update: Economy, Education, Local Gov, & More

Theres a lot going on around the state, so here’s an update on some stuff you may like to know. Illinois’ Economy Looks Bleak, Says Moody’s and WalletHub “Everything is…


Friday, February 27, 2026
WATCH: Rep. Charlie Meier Encourages Men to get Tested for Cancer

One week and one year ago, Rep. Charlie Meier completed his radiation received for prostate cancer. The cancer was flagged on a precautionary PSA test, and Rep. Meier attributes his…