Since 2019, Governor Pritzker has increased spending by $15 BILLION. To put the enormity of this number into perspective, that increase alone is larger than the yearly budgets of 16…

Governor Pritzker will deliver his proposed budget plan to a joint session of the General Assembly tomorrow. Budget gimmicks and short-term “band aid” fixes have created a fiscal mess in…

On Presidents’ Day today we honor and remember the leaders who have led our nation through our greatest challenges and triumphs. Their dedication to America has ensured our values of…

Today marks the beginning of National FFA Week! FFA is an incredible organization that celebrates the hard work, leadership, and determination of our future leaders in agriculture. From farms to…

Happy Valentine’s Day! Illinois offers great sites and history to fall in love with. In fact, Illinois has been named the 6th most romantic state in the nation. https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2025/02/falling-in-love-with-illinois.html

The governor will deliver the combined Budget and State of the State Address next Wednesday at noon. This year, House Republicans call for no new taxes, no tax hikes, and a…

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

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…

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

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:…