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Turner on Pritzker budget: 'One year isn't enough for relief'

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 2, 2022

State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Lincoln) argues it’s time lawmakers in Springfield put citizens first when it comes to the way the state does business.

Koehler: 'This budget addresses the needs of some of the most vulnerable individuals across our state'

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 2, 2022

State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) is sold on the $45 billion spending plan now being proposed by Gov. J.B. Ptitzker.

Tracy joins colleagues in push to give parents 'a better voice' in their children's education

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 28, 2022

State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) was one of a trio of Republican lawmakers appearing at a Feb. 24 press conference where the goal was to make sure parents are heard on the issue of the state’s educational direction.

Turner supports bill allowing DCFS workers to carry pepper spray

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 21, 2022

State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Lincoln) is pressing for legislation designed to help keep Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) workers safe on the job.

Hammond: Retention of university students equally as important as recruiting them

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 19, 2022

State Rep. Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) is happy to see state university officials making the attempt to expand their reach.

Koehler draws attention to resources for Illinois residents with disabilities

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 14, 2022

State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) wants Illinois residents with disabilities to know resources are available to help.

Bennett explores expanded funding for early education

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 14, 2022

State Rep. Tom Bennett (R-Pontiac) wants to be sure what taxpayers are paying for with the extra $54 million that’s earmarked for early education on the new state budget.

Bailey speaks out on restraining order against Pritzker mandates

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 9, 2022

State Senator and Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) vows to end all mandates issued by Gov. J.B. Pritzker if elected.

Teacher shortage data included in Tracy's weekly legislative update

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 2, 2022

State Sen. Jil Tracy used her Senate Week in Review feature on her web page to shed light on the statewide teacher shortage.

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Sommer supports repeal of SAFE-T Act

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 1, 2022

State Rep. Keith P. Sommer (R-Morton) views House Bill 3653 as a complete disservice to Illinois residents.

Spain: 'Illinois has taken a very bad and dangerous turn for the worse'

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 27, 2022

A year after it became law, the SAFE-T justice reform act is meeting harsh criticism from state Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria).

Stoller: Amendments are 'designed to give Illinois voters a more active role in the state’s democratic process'

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 25, 2022

State Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) is pushing a plan he argues is intended to give voters more of a say in the direction of their government.

LaHood sponsors legislation to name Elmwood post office after Marine Corporal Benjamin Desilets

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 25, 2022

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Peoria) is sponsoring legislation to have the Elmwood Post Office renamed after fallen U.S. Marine Corporal Benjamin Desilets.

Turner collecting Valentines for seniors in assisted living, long-term care facilities

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 15, 2022

State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Lincoln) is asking 44th District residents to spread the love this Valentine’s Day season.

'It's not about diversity': Butler blasts Democrats' move to alter Illinois judiciary subcircuits

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 12, 2022

While the majority party touts changes to Illinois judicial subcircuit maps as reflecting shifts in populations that have come about over the last century, veteran state Rep. Tim Butler questions the motivation.

Tracy: Unfilled legislator inspector general post 'a disgrace to the people of Illinois'

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 9, 2022

State Rep. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) says the GOP is digging in its heels anew against corruption in Springfield following Legislative Inspector General's recent resignation.

Bennett shares info on disaster declaration

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 19, 2021

State Rep. Tom Bennett (R-Pontiac) is reminding residents affected by the recent storms that help from the state is available.

Tracy offers holiday safety tips, urges parents to check out 2021 Safe Shopping Guide

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 9, 2021

Illinois state Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is dreaming of a safe holiday season for all and offering up safety tip reminders.

Spain: People getting 'a government that is based in gridlock, acrimony, non-cooperation and nonsuccess'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 30, 2021

State Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) is blasting the new congressional maps drawn by Democrats as a complete disservice to the voters of the state.

Hammond: 'Let's give people credit for ... deciding what they think is right for their body'

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 29, 2021

State Rep. Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) is all for the Health Care Rght to Conscience Act being carried out as she believes it was intended to

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