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Friday, January 31, 2025
Coffey Announces Committee Assignments for 104th GA

For the 104th General Assembly, State Representative Mike Coffey has been assigned to the following committees. “I’m eager to move forward in the 104th General Assembly with my Committee Assignments…


Thursday, January 30, 2025
Coffey Joins Colleagues to Support Illinois FFA

I was honored to join my Republican colleagues in support of the Illinois FFA Alumni and their mission to educate students on leadership development, personal growth, and career success. The…


Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Session Update for This Week

Legislators are back in session this week. This year, we have major hurdles to address with a projected budget deficit of $3.2 billion. There is no question our communities need…


Monday, January 27, 2025
National School Choice Week

As parents, we all desire the best for our children, especially when it comes to their education. National School Choice Week (NSCW), observed from January 26 to February 1, 2025,…


Thursday, January 23, 2025
Free showing of ‘Glory’ at Orpheum Theatre in honor of Galesburg soldiers

February 15 at 7 p.m. the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg will be hosting a free showing of the 1989 film Glory; starring Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington and Morgan Freeman; about…


Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Advancing economic development in Springfield

The Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance (SSGA) is celebrating another year advancing economic development and partnership opportunities across Springfield and Sangamon County. SSGA was formed seven years ago to promote and…


Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Illinois’ Budget and Leadership for 2025

Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States yesterday. We look forward to working together with his administration to make our state and nation stronger,…


Monday, January 20, 2025
The History and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in Illinois

Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s influence extended far beyond the Southern United States. His work left an indelible mark on Illinois, particularly in Chicago, where he…


Thursday, January 16, 2025
Coffey Launches Valentines for Veterans 

Rep. Coffey Hosting Valentines for Veterans Card Drive Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is hosting a “Valentines for Veterans Card Drive” for the second consecutive year. He is asking…


Thursday, January 16, 2025
Coffey Cosponsors Legislation that Benefits Senior Citizen Drivers

Coffey Cosponsors Legislation that Benefits Senior Citizen Drivers Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) joined lawmakers in support of raising the age for mandatory road tests to 87 for senior…