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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Rep. Coffey Joins IRMA To Discuss Tipped Wages in Illinois

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        Springfield, IL…A new law proposed in Illinois would change wages for tipped workers across the state. Minimum wage would be mandated under the new law, forcing…


Monday, April 1, 2024
National Public Health Week: Improving Public Health

National Public Health Week recognizes the importance of public health. This year’s theme, “Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We Are All Public Health,” reminds us that we are all responsible for…


Thursday, March 28, 2024
Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarships Available

Driving Agriculture Forward $1,000 scholarships are available to individuals enrolled in an Illinois Community College Truck Driver Training program through the Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarship. Truck drivers are critical to our…


Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Springfield’s “Horseshoe Trail” Puts Downstate Delicacy On The Map

What is The “Horseshoe Trail” ? Visit Springfield has introduced a new food tour focusing on Springfield’s most iconic dish: the horseshoe. Horseshoe Trail is a digitally based tour that…


Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Catching Up with Coffey

PUBLIC SAFETY | JOBS | STATE GOVERNMENT | TAXES PUBLIC SAFETY House Republicans make public safety concerns a priority in new legislative package. At a Capitol press conference on Thursday, House Republican State…


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…