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Thursday, September 18, 2025
Weber, House Republicans Call for Overdue SAFE-T Reform

Today, State Representative Tom Weber (Lake Villa) was joined by House Republican Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst (Metropolis), State Representative Dennis Tipsword (Metamora), and State Representative David Friess (Red Bud) for…


Thursday, September 18, 2025
Rep. Weber Calls for SAFE-T Reform Two Years After Elimination of Cash Bail

Speaking at a press conference marking two years since the Pretrial Fairness Act to eliminate cash bail, a cornerstone of Democrats’ so-called “SAFE-T” Act, took effect, State Rep. Tom Weber…


Thursday, July 31, 2025
Reps. Weber, La Ha, and Reick Demand Accountability Following Repeated DCFS Failures

CHICAGO…At a press conference held today, State Representatives Tom Weber, Nicole La Ha, and Steve Reick called for urgent reforms to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)….


Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Rep. Weber Denounces SAFE-T Act Following ICE Arrest Linked to Megan Bos’ Death

FOX LAKE, IL…. Following the arrest of Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in connection with the death of Antioch resident Megan Bos, State Representative Tom Weber…


Thursday, June 12, 2025
Weber Bill Supporting Retired Police Dogs Passes Legislature Unanimously

Springfield, IL…. State Representative Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake) saw important legislation he sponsored pass the Illinois General Assembly with unanimous support on the final day of the spring legislative session….


Sunday, June 1, 2025
Rep. Weber Provides Statement Following Passage of FY26 Budget

Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget in the Illinois House of Representatives, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) released the following statement: “This is yet another…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Rep. Weber Bill Protecting Children from Sex Traffickers Passes House Unanimously

Springfield, IL…. State Representative Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake) saw crucial legislation he sponsored pass the Illinois House today. House Bill 871 implements long overdue safeguards against child trafficking here in…


Thursday, May 15, 2025
Rep. Weber, House Republicans Call for SAFE-T Act Reform, Justice for Megan Bos

Springfield, IL…. State Representative Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake) was joined by House Minority Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), State Representative Patrick Sheehan (R-Homer Glen), and Megan Bos’ mother, Jennifer, at…


Thursday, April 24, 2025
House Republicans Work to Protect Women’s Sports

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois House Republican lawmakers gathered in the Capitol today to present legislation protecting women’s sports. In light of a recent Executive Order handed down by President Donald…


Thursday, March 20, 2025
Rep. Tom Weber Advocates for Home and Private School Families

“Homeschool Act” Passes Committee Despite Overwhelming Opposition SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) continues to advocate for the rights of parents to choose which form of education…