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Friday, March 22, 2024
Public Safety Remains a Priority for Rep. Coffey

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) continues to work with law enforcement to improve public safety. Ensuring public safety remains a priority for Rep. Coffey as…


Friday, March 22, 2024
$90k for New Troopers Who Join The Illinois State Police

The Illinois State Police (ISP) announced they are offering just over $90k in starting compensation for all new hires, starting this year. The move comes from the ISP department’s mission…


Thursday, March 21, 2024
Today We Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day

For World Down Syndrome Day, I would like to thank everyone who provides the special services to individuals who live with Down Syndrome. Helping individuals with disabilities to be the…


Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Today is National SBDC Day

Today is National SBDC Day, which recognizes the impact of Small Business Development Centers across the country. SBDCs provide resources and tools for aspiring business owners and support current businesses…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Rep. Coffey Speaks to Local Farmers at Board Meeting

Last night I met with members of the Sangamon County Farm Bureau to discuss legislative updates from the General Assembly. I was happy to speak with local farmers about certain…


Tuesday, March 19, 2024
SAFE-T Act Quickly Crippling County Budgets

When the SAFE-T Act was passed last year, proponents hailed the new law as a mile-stone achievement. They argued that mandating a cash bail for committing a crime was unfair…


Friday, March 15, 2024
Rep. Coffey Files Legislation to Improve Professional Licensure

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        Springfield, IL…The professional licensure system has been a major issue for professionals who need a professional license to work in Illinois. The state has failed to…


Friday, March 15, 2024
Photo Gallery of Session This Week

Here are a few photos from this week at the Capitol.


Thursday, March 14, 2024
House Republicans Fighting to Protect Human Trafficking Victims

Protecting victims of human trafficking is a top priority for Illinois House Republicans during the Spring 2024 Session. The Caucus is fighting this epidemic head-on with a robust bill package…


Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Rep. Coffey has Tolga Barutcu as his Page at the Capitol

I was happy to have Tolga Barutcu as my Page during session at the Capitol. Tolga is currently a University of Illinois Springfield student, there he is on honor roll…