In this issue: Governor still coming up short on funding budget proposal Next week is the scheduled end of the spring legislative session. There are many issues still unresolved, but…

Today my Page for the Day was Brianna Hilleary! She attends Western Illinois University where she is working to obtain a degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration. She hopes…

Last Friday the Josefik brothers, Luke and Mike, joined me on the House floor for session. Luke is a sophomore at Dwight Township High School and Mike is a recent…

In this issue: Another warning as budget deadline approaches Every month the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA), the state agency charged with monitoring Illinois’ revenue and spending picture,…

This summer I am again sponsoring my summer reading program for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. This year’s theme is Level Up at Your Library! I am encouraging students…

I had the opportunity to meet with Gardner Grade School Junior High students prior to their tour of the Capitol yesterday. We had a great time! I hope you enjoyed…

Thank you to the Grundy Economic Development Council for hosting their Annual Legislative Breakfast this morning! They had record breaking numbers with over 230 attendees this year — truly incredible!

In this issue: Encouraging farm safety This spring I am once again sponsoring a resolution to recognize Farm Safety Week just as harvest season is getting underway in September. Farming…

It was a fantastic morning at Saunemin Elementary School’s Career Fair! I had many great conversations with the students and businesses. Thank you again to the Saunemin School for the…

Illinoisans are facing significant energy price increases this summer, according to a recent report from the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) the grid operator which posts prices for peak-load electrical…