"It is crucial our communities know how to properly interact with people with developmental disabilities when they go missing so we can get them back home safely, and this law will make certain that happens."

Rep. Schweizer and his team will be available to answer any questions you may have. State brochures will be available, and light refreshments will be provided. No RSVPs are required to attend.

Schweizer says one problem being in the minority GOP party in Springfield is proposing bills that often never get called to the floor. Therefore, he'll be getting some help next session from a Democratic state legislator and fireman from Chicago, on a first responders bill he's been working on; especially involving vo...

"If a special session is called, I will stay true to my oath of office by standing up for the principle that candidates should win on the strength of their ideas and not on their ability to choose new voters."

Petitions can be filed the week of October 27th, starting that Monday morning at 8 AM. Wilson says, you can wait as long as you like, even until the last filing day, to pick them up; as long as it's all turned in in time.

Petition packets for the general primary election were available starting Tuesday in the Vermilion County Clerk's office.

Yocum said many new laws passed during session took effect July 1, including a new law safeguarding Hoosier taxpayers.

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) stood alongside fellow Members of Congress from Illinois, Citizen Action/Illinois and healthcare advocates to oppose Republican cuts to Medicaid.

At the events, Rep. Schweizer will be giving a brief legislative update and allow constituents to ask questions and share any concerns they may have.

Congresswoman Miller currently serves as Chair of the Congressional Family Caucus and sits on the Committees on Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and House Administration.