Yesterday State Representative Wayne Rosenthal and I toured the new Illinois EPA (IEPA) state agency headquarters in Springfield. The state of Illinois purchased the space formerly occupied by Sears, in…

Let The Fun Begin! I’m excited to announce my Summer Reading Club for students in the 95th District! Last year we saw several students complete the reading of 8 books…

This week at the Capitol was busy again with session, committee meetings, events, and meeting with constituents. Rochester students visited the Capitol to present their impressive school projects that utilize…

I had a great time today with these bright students from Rochester CUSD 3A . Both High School and Junior High students worked hard to setup and display their projects…

Military Appreciation Month is a month-long observance honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made sacrifices…

Representative Coffey was pleased to announce his Page for the day at the Capitol. Rayella Jackson, from Litchfield, was introduced to all members and guests in the House chamber today….

Fentanyl is a national public health crisis. People, especially young people, are ingesting illicitly manufactured fentanyl without knowing it and dying at alarming rates as a result. Today serves as…

Since I have been a State Representative, I have seen many pieces of legislation pass through the General Assembly. I’ve seen both good and bad legislation become law in Illinois….

Yesterday at the Capitol we gathered for the 39th Annual Illinois Police Officer’s Memorial. Legislators and the community came together to honor the brave men and women who made the…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        Springfield, IL…Yesterday, House Democrats once again showed their disdain for transparency by filing an election omnibus bill that was then quickly rushed through committee and sent…