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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Scams and Identity Theft Protection Guidance

Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft Do not fall victim to online scams and theft by not knowing what to avoid. We are living in a society which relies on digital…


Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Rep. Coffey Acknowledges PTSD Awareness Month

June is PTSD Awareness Month and we are acknowledging it. After a traumatic event, it’s normal to think, act, and feel differently than usual—but most people start to feel better…


Friday, June 2, 2023
A Guide to Funding College for Illinois Students

The cost of funding a college education continues to rise every year. Many Illinoisans cannot afford to pay out of pocket to attend a university and the options for funding…


Thursday, June 1, 2023
The Illinois State Fair is Around the Corner

The 2023 Illinois State Fair begins Aug. 10th and continues through Aug. 20th. Families across Illinois travel to Springfield to enjoy 10 days of fun! The entertainment offers families excellent…


Sunday, May 28, 2023
Legacy of the fallen

Memorial Day is the day we honor the fallen who answered the call to serve their country and sacrificed their lives in the defense of Liberty. They died in wars…


Saturday, May 27, 2023
Observations from your new State Rep

I have served as your State Representative for just over 130 days and it has been nothing less than a whirlwind experience. I hit the ground running after taking the oath…


Friday, May 26, 2023
Budget poised to be debated tonight, passed in early morning

The budget bill made its appearance in the House chamber yesterday just before midnight and minutes after passing out of the Senate. The timing of its arrival allowed the House…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Budget Update

The state budget bill is scheduled to begin its trajectory through the General Assembly with a subject matter hearing in a Senate appropriation committee this morning. Following the committee hearing,…


Saturday, May 20, 2023
Last Days of Session

Friday was the scheduled last day of the regular legislative session for the year. This is the date by which all final action must be taken on bills pending in…


Thursday, May 18, 2023
What you should know about AI

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a hot topic of discussion across the world. What once started as programs made for basic functions, such as a simple yes or no prediction…