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,…

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…

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…

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…

Illinois Joining Forces (IJF) was launched in 2012 through an inter-governmental agreement between the Illinois Departments of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) and Military Affairs (IDMA) as a statewide, public-private network of…

This month, the Illinois General Assembly returned to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can make it…

The little-known Rules that control the legislative process in Illinois were voted on yesterday in the Illinois House of Representatives.  Adopting a set of procedural rules to govern the House…

Coffey’s Statement on House Rules for 104th General Assembly Springfield, IL…Yesterday, The Illinois House of Representatives adopted new House Rules for the 104th General Assembly. State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield)…

Today on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we celebrate and honor the brave men and women who are committed to keeping our communities safe. I want to thank law enforcement officers…

Rep. Coffey Honored to Join the New 104th General Assembly Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) is honored to be sworn into the new 104th General Assembly and continue his…