On Friday, a federal judge in southern Illinois temporarily blocked the unconstitutional gun ban. Click here to read more.

Illinois House Republicans are working to ensure our first responders are supported and protected. Click here to check out the press conference about the initiatives from the House Republican Truth…

Happy Spring! It is an honor to serve and represent you in Springfield. There has been a lot going on, so I’m taking this opportunity to send an update on…

Following the previously announced closure of their local Pekin coal plant, Powerton, NRG will be hosting the following informational public meetings: Monday, April 24th at Avanti’s Dome (3401 Griffin Ave.,…

This past week, Illinois House Republicans hosted the 2023 Emerging Women Leaders event at the State Capitol in Springfield. Invited by their representative, each guest was honored for their incredible…

In response to last weekend’s crime in Chicago, State Rep. Travis Weaver (R-Edwards) said: “The looting and destruction in Chicago last weekend was unacceptable. Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson is unwilling…

Last week, I visited the Spoon River Pregnancy Center in Canton, IL, to discuss all that they’re doing to provide free, confidential services that help women plan for their pregnancy…

My Director of Education and Agriculture Outreach, Dr. Kristen Strom, and I spent part of Spring Recess touring Black Hawk College East Campus for their ag day, where prospective high…

Last week, I had the opportunity of welcoming Valerie Maley, from the First United Methodist Church of Pekin, onto the House floor to lead us in prayer before we started…

Springfield… State Representative Travis Weaver (R-Edwards) was the chief sponsor of several pieces of legislation which advanced through the Illinois House of Representatives last week. In a statement, Minority Leader…