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Thursday, June 6, 2024
Remembering D-Day on June 6th

On June 6th, 1944, Allied troops commanded the largest seaborne invasion in history on the beach of Normandy, France. D-Day is a time to remember the sacrifices made by those…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Photo Gallery from The Capitol and Special Events

As we wrapped up Spring session and passed a state budget, there was long nights and busy weeks. Here is a look back at some photos from the Capitol and…


Monday, June 3, 2024
Men’s Health Month and Tips to Stay Healthy

Men’s Health Month encourages men of all ages to seek preventative care, which can lead to earlier detection and treatment of diseases. This month, remind the men in your life…


Monday, June 3, 2024
Illinois unemployment rate remains high despite demand for workers

In order to provide the best opportunities for Illinoisans, we have to make our state a destination for job creators and innovators. High taxes and burdensome regulations only drive residents…


Friday, May 31, 2024
Coffey Joins Community in Groundbreaking Ceremony for Springfield High School

Earlier today I joined the community groundbreaking ceremony for significant upgrades and renovations to Springfield High School! Springfield High has a rich history dating back to 1857 when they first…


Thursday, May 30, 2024
FY25 State Budget: tax hikes and $ 1 billion for non-citizen funding

In the wee small hours of the morning, Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly voted to implement a $53.1 billion spending plan, passing the overreaching state budget without Republican support….


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Coffey Disappointed About State Spending After Budget Passes House

News from: State Representative Mike Coffey Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) issued the following statement upon passage of the FY 2025 budget early Wednesday morning. “Democrats in the General…


Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Coffey Votes No on Carbon Capture and Sequestration Legislation

News from: State Representative Mike Coffey Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) cast a no vote on SB 1289, legislation that creates Illinois permitting regulations for carbon capture, transport, and…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Celebrating Memorial Day and Honoring Our Heroes

Memorial Day is a reminder of the brave men and women who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. While Memorial Day is usually a holiday marking the beginning…


Friday, May 24, 2024
Session Deadline & Republicans Still Wait To See Budget

*SESSION UPDATE* We’ve made it to end of session deadline and have yet to see the multi-billion dollar state budget. This week has been very busy in the House with…