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Thursday, February 13, 2025
New Firearms Laws Ruling

An Illinois judge has ruled the state’s Firearm Owner’s Identification law is unconstitutional when used against someone who owns a gun in their own home. https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/judge-strikes-down-part-of-illinois-foid-law-as-unconstitutional


Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Happy Birthday, Abe!

Happy Birthday to our nation’s 16th President Abraham Lincoln! President Lincoln spent most of his life living in Illinois. Before becoming President, he served in the Illinois House of Representatives and…


Thursday, February 6, 2025
Happy Birthday President Reagan!

Happy Birthday to Former President Ronald Reagan! President Reagan was born and raised in northwestern Illinois before becoming the 40th President of the United States.https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2025/02/celebrating-illinois-favorite-son.html


Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Take Care of Your Heart

Representatives are wearing red today at the Illinois State Capitol to show support for heart health! ♥ Take some time to learn how you can take care of your heart:…


Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Back in Springfield

The House is back in session today starting at noon. You can follow along with Floor action live all this week at https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp


Friday, January 31, 2025
Real ID is Coming!

Heads up! Beginning on May 7, 2025, Real ID-compliant identification will be required to fly domestically or enter some state and federal facilities (including courthouses and prisons).  https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/will-you-need-an-illinois-real-id-even-if-your-drivers-license-isnt-expired-illinois-real-id-requirements-explained/3658325


Thursday, January 30, 2025
House Republicans File Suit to End Political Gerrymandering

In a relentless push for more control over the state, Illinois Democrats have silenced the voices of millions of voters through gerrymandering. We’ve filed a lawsuit against these maps and…


Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Protect Your Personal Data

Happy Data Privacy Day! Protecting our personal information online has never been more important. Today is a great reminder that we should all learn more about data privacy and take…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Never Again…

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pause to remember the millions of lives tragically lost during the Holocaust. May we never forget the strength, courage, and resilience of those who survived,…


Thursday, January 23, 2025
Did You Know?

The 54th Massachusetts included 12 African Americans from Galesburg, Illinois who enlisted and fought for freedom during the Civil War. Last year, Rep. Dan Swanson shared the story of these…