DNR is hosting an informational zoom on the Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Grant (OSLAD) on Wednesday May 15th at 11:00 a.m. Park districts and units of local government…

May is Military Appreciation Month-a special time to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made…

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of the incredible teachers across Illinois for your hard work and commitment to our communities. Every day you strive to make a…

***GENERAL ASSEMBLY/ELECTIONS*** Democrats muscle through changes to Illinois election law; Republicans denounce political games. This week, Democrats passed brazen legislation to change Illinois election law to their own self-serving political advantages, stifle…

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) recently announced the list of fire departments set to receive 2024 Small Equipment Grants. These grants will help upgrade each department’s…

Hillsboro High School Yesterday, I toured the New Hillsboro High School that’s currently under construction. I also had the opportunity to speak with the High School American Government class about…

GENERAL ASSEMBLY Third Reading deadline for House bills. At the end of last week, the Illinois House of Representatives came to its “Third Reading deadline,” which represents the final date that…

Illinois House Democrats have introduced new legislation that would eliminate single-family zoning areas in Illinois’ largest cities. House Bill 4795, introduced to the General Assembly by Representative Kam Buckner (D -Chicago), would…

I was honored to speak with Senator Terri Bryant’s Youth Advisory Council at the Capitol. This special event gave me the opportunity to hear different perspectives from students about issues…

The cost of providing services to undocumented immigrants and asylum seekers is costing Illinois taxpayers an estimated $2.84 billion since July 1, 2022. This does not include education costs or…