Politics

Faraci Bill Streamlining Government and Expanding Digital, Energy Access Passes Senate
House Bill 3187 aims to cut outdated responsibilities and redirect resources to programs that serve everyday Illinoisans. Under the measure, obsolete duties - like requiring the state to manage freight rate data - would be eliminated from government handling, and respective industry experts would take the lead.
May 22, 2025

Faraci-Led Bill to Expand Disability Savings Awareness
"Families navigating disabilities shouldn't be left to stumble upon resources by chance," said Faraci (D-Champaign). "This bill makes certain these families get the information they need early and directly, with no searching required."
May 22, 2025

SB 1723 Co-Sponsored by Schweizer Protecting Mahomet Aquifer Passes Both Chambers, Awaits Further Action
SB 1723 bans carbon sequestration in any sequestration facility that overlies, underlies, or passes through a sole-source aquifer, like the Mahomet Aquifer, and creates the Mahomet Aquifer Study Commission, to study and review the safety of carbon capture and storage under the Mahomet Aquifer.
May 22, 2025

Schweizer Launches Second Annual Summer Reading Program, Invites Students K-5 to Participate
"I am thrilled to be hosting a summer reading program again," said Rep. Schweizer. "My family and I are avid readers, and it is something that is extremely important to me. I encourage all students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade to join me in reading this summer!"
May 19, 2025

BREAKING: Rep. Miller Leads Fight To Ensure Non-Citizens Do Not Receive SNAP
Currently, several categories of non-citizens are eligible to receive SNAP benefits. Under Congresswoman Miller's measure, these loopholes would be closed, ensuring that SNAP prioritizes American citizens and legal immigrants.
May 13, 2025

Rep. Kelly on Released American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander
May 12, 2025

Faraci Legislation Champions Smarter Government, Better Services
House Bill 3187 aims to cut outdated responsibilities and redirect resources to programs that serve everyday Illinoisans. Under the measure, obsolete duties - like requiring the state to manage freight rate data - would be eliminated from government handling, and respective industry experts would take the lead.
May 09, 2025

Rep. Schweizer is Accepting Applications for Summer Legislative Internship Program
The program is open to candidates in high school or college that want the opportunity to experience state legislative work. The program runs from June 2nd through August 15th and interns will be working out of Rep. Schweizer's district office in Danville.
May 07, 2025

Senator Rose: Governor Will have Another Chance to Do Right on Mahomet Aquifer Issue When Bill is Placed Before Him
Rose says if things goes as well in the House as they did in the Senate, this bill would arrive on the governor's desk with a veto-proof majority. But still, what would the governor do?
May 06, 2025

Congresswoman Robin Kelly Launches U.S. Senate Campaign
"This moment requires proven leaders who have the experience to take on the toughest battles. I've never backed down - not from gun lobbyists, not from MAGA extremists, and certainly not from a fight for what's right."
May 06, 2025