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Friday, May 15, 2026
Charlie’s Capitol Catch Up: Energy, Budget, Down on the Farm & More

With less than 3 weeks left in the Spring Session, there’s a lot going on. Here’s what you should know. Welcoming Local Women to Capitol for Leadership Event State Representative…


Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Charlie’s Capital Update: Budget Address, Energy, Taxes, & More

Here’s an update from Springfield on some topics you may be interested in. Pritzker’s Budget Blame Game Won’t Make Life More Affordable for Illinois Families Governor JB Pritzker delivered his…


Friday, December 19, 2025
Merry Christmas from Rep. Charlie Meier

Merry Christmas to You and Your Family! As 2025 draws to a close and we look ahead to the new year, I would like to wish you and your loved…


Thursday, December 18, 2025
Rep. Charlie Meier Responds to Shocking Study on Looming Energy Crisis

HIGHLAND, IL – Following the release of the 2025 Resource Adequacy Study by the Illinois Power Agency, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, and the Illinois Commerce Commission warning of an impending energy…


Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Charlie’s Capitol Catch-Up

New Laws, Tire Recycling, Blood Drive, Energy Crisis, & more! State Representative Charlie Meier’s (R-Okawville) bill, HB 2196, is now law. This law makes it easier for small poultry farmers to farm…


Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Meier Votes Against Democrats’ Energy Bill

SPRINGFIELD, IL – In the waning hours of Lame Duck Session, HB 587 passed the Illinois House. This bill makes changes to energy infrastructure projects in Illinois and further supplements…