Fentanyl is a national public health crisis. People, especially young people, are ingesting illicitly manufactured fentanyl without knowing it and dying at alarming rates as a result. Today serves as…

Since I have been a State Representative, I have seen many pieces of legislation pass through the General Assembly. I’ve seen both good and bad legislation become law in Illinois….

Yesterday at the Capitol we gathered for the 39th Annual Illinois Police Officer’s Memorial. Legislators and the community came together to honor the brave men and women who made the…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE        Springfield, IL…Yesterday, House Democrats once again showed their disdain for transparency by filing an election omnibus bill that was then quickly rushed through committee and sent…

National Skilled Trades Day raises awareness about the value of skilled trades and honors the hardworking men and women who work in these professions. Thank you to all the skilled…

BUDGET Moody’s adds “positive” outlook to State of Illinois credit rating of A3. This moves Illinois further away from “junk bond” territory. However, Illinois debts continue to have a lower credit…

State Representative Mike Coffey won House passage of his bill to include children of Operation Just Cause veterans on the list of those eligible for scholarships at the University of Illinois. House Bill…

Take Back Day is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications. This day aims to provide a safe and convenient way to clean…

Electronic Notary System The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is launching a new Electronic Notary system that allows residents to notarize documents remotely. Through the state’s new E-Notary system, Illinois…

Administrative Professionals Day celebrates the workers who keep offices running smoothly every day. Thank you to all administrative professionals for all that you do! A special thank you to Donette,…