A recent study found that Illinois is among the least tax-friendly states for middle-class families. This trend must be reversed or families will be facing more severe impacts soon. We…

Happy Shark Week! Illinois is home to several unique shark-related exhibits and events that you can enjoy this summer, including a national traveling shark exhibit at the Peoria Riverfront Museum….

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe. Please celebrate our Independence Day safely!

With John Deere announcing massive layoffs and moving out of the country, it’s another stark reminder that we have to make Illinois a more business-friendly state in order to stay…

The gasoline tax in Illinois is once again set to rise on July 1 by three percent to 47 cents per gallon. This tax revenue is supposed to be used…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights the Rural Housing Preservation Grant. This program provides qualified public agencies, private non-profit organizations, and other eligible entities grant funds to assist low-income homeowners in rural areas….

Illinois Free Fishing Days are almost here! The 2024 Illinois Free Fishing Days celebration will take place June 14 – 17, coinciding with Father’s Day weekend. During this four-day celebration…

Today’s #NOFOFriday highlights women owned childcare small businesses. Funding from private, non-profit organizations provides entrepreneurial development services to these businesses. The awarding agency is the Small Business Organization, and the…

The economy and job growth are top priorities for House Republicans as we fight to keep employers from leaving Illinois. I was proud to be the House Sponsor of Senate…

On June 6th, 1944, Allied troops commanded the largest seaborne invasion in history on the beach of Normandy, France. D-Day is a time to remember the sacrifices made by those…