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Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Honoring Our Veterans Since November 11th, 1919

Veterans Day, since November 11th, 1919, has been celebrated annually in the United States as a way to show gratitude to those who have selflessly served in one of the…


Friday, November 7, 2025
Coffey Votes YES to Increase Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption

Senate Bill 642 Passed Both Houses During Veto Session with all Republicans voting yes. State Representative Mike Coffey said this legislation is long-overdue. “I expect the Governor to sign this…


Wednesday, November 5, 2025
“Mike on Main Street” Coffey Meets with Directors from Senior Services of Central Illinois

I met with Directors from Senior Services of Central Illinois (SSCI) in Springfield to learn more about how they help seniors in the community. This social services organization is partnered…


Monday, November 3, 2025
Coffey Co-Sponsors Bills That Would Lower Property Taxes

Property taxes in Illinois are out of control, and Rep. Mike Coffey knows we can do better. Residents are being taxed out of Illinois, and Rep. Coffey is working to…


Monday, October 20, 2025
Rep. Mike Coffey and Sheriff Paula Crouch Hosting RX Drop Off Event

Rep. Mike Coffey and Sheriff Paula Crouch Hosting RX Drop Off Event Springfield, IL…State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) and Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch are hosting a Prescription Drug Drop…


Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Coffey and Rosenthal Host Holiday Drive with Toys for Tots

Coffey and Rosenthal Host Holiday Drive with Toys for Tots Springfield, IL…State Representatives Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) and Wayne Rosenthal (R-Morrisonville) are hosting a holiday drive to help children in the…


Friday, October 10, 2025
Expanding Educational Opportunity for All Illinois Students

Education is the single greatest lever we have for hope. But in Illinois today, families who want a better fit for their children’s schooling face needless barriers. A new federal…


Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Veto Session and Energy Policies for IL

VETO SESSION 2025 Fall Veto Session Preview. Next week, the Illinois General Assembly will return to Springfield to convene for the annual two-week Veto Session. The session is scheduled for October 14-16…


Monday, October 6, 2025
Chatham Shred Event Draws Hundreds

I want to thank Chatham Village President Dave Kimsey, and everyone in the community that attended our free shred event over the weekend! It was a great turnout and I…


Thursday, October 2, 2025
“Mike on Main Street” Coffey Visits Arlington’s in Downtown Springfield

This week I met Brian and Melissa Reilly who purchased Arlington’s Catering & Historic Venue in downtown Springfield to learn about their history and how they have shaped their business…