96% of Illinois farms are family-owned and we’d like to keep it that way. We can help farm families keep their land and livelihoods for generations to come by reforming…

The office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications from fire departments around the state for the Small Equipment Grant Program. Grants of up to $26,000 are…

In this issue: Revenue up in July, caution still warranted Illinois’ embattled state finances got some good news in July as state revenue increased by more than $300 million compared…

We had good turnout for our senior fair in Morris last week. Thank you to everyone who was involved; including the co-sponsors of the event, Senators Sue Rezin and Tom…

Thank you to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for inviting me out to Goose Lake Prairie and Heidecke Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area on Friday! They are located…

On this day in 2004, popcorn was named the official state snack food of Illinois. Whether you like your popcorn salty or sweet celebrate today by popping up and enjoying…

In this issue: Thank you for reading my e-newsletter. For the latest news from state government or to share your ideas and opinions, please visit my legislative website at repbunting.com. Celebrating…

A new study from the University of Illinois System says only about one-fourth of all public-school students are back to pre-pandemic performance levels in English language arts while even fewer…

We’re looking at some uncomfortable and potentially dangerous temperatures across Illinois over the next few days. Make sure you know how to protect yourself from heat-related illnesses: https://ready.illinois.gov/hazards/extremetempshot.html

Don’t forget about the FREE senior fair I am co-hosting with Senators Sue Rezin and Tom Bennett, and Representative Jed Davis in Morris on Thursday morning. The event will be…