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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Supporting Veterans in Our Communities

We owe our Veterans and active service personnel a debt of gratitude. Through their sacrifices, they have safeguarded the ideals of our founding fathers, saved our nation, protected the innocent…


Wednesday, January 29, 2025
House Republicans file lawsuit to end voter disenfranchisement

On Tuesday, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie (Savanna) was joined by State Representatives Ryan Spain (Peoria) and Dan Ugaste (Geneva) for a press conference in the State Capitol to discuss their latest litigation effort to combat…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Remembering Vietnam Peace Day

Vietnam Peace Day is a time to reflect on the impacts of the Vietnam War. Today, let us all honor those who served, pay our respects to those who lost…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Madigan trial, Illinois Supreme Court, record soybean crop and more

MADIGAN TRIALIn closing arguments, federal prosecutors describe the “Make Mike Madigan Money Plan.” Federal prosecutors continued their closing arguments Wednesday in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, accusing…


Friday, January 24, 2025
Madigan Trial and Calls for Sweeping Ethics Reform

The Madigan trial is a strong example of needing sweeping ethics reforms today and a zero tolerance policy for public corruption in Illinois. Let’s stop this bad behavior by politicians…


Monday, January 20, 2025
The History and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in Illinois

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s influence extended far beyond the Southern United States. His work left an indelible mark on Illinois, particularly in Chicago, where he addressed systemic racial injustices…


Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Leader Tony McCombie Announced Member Appointments

Yesterday, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie announced member appointments for the Legislative Audit Commission, CGFA, and JCAR. House Republicans are gearing up for the 104th General Assembly.


Friday, January 10, 2025
Madigan’s House Rules renewed for two more years

The little-known Rules that control the legislative process in Illinois were voted on yesterday in the Illinois House of Representatives.  Adopting a set of procedural rules to govern the House…


Thursday, January 9, 2025
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! Today, we celebrate and honor the brave men and women who are committed to keeping our communities safe. Thank you to law enforcement officers across…


Thursday, January 2, 2025
Lame Duck Session could bring more gun control laws

In the final minutes of the Illinois House of Representatives’ 2024 Veto Session, House Republican Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) called for a vote to end Veto Session, and the…