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Thursday, January 23, 2025
Illinois’ Official Bean?

The soybean may soon become the official state bean of Illinois to highlight the crop’s importance to the Land of Lincoln. https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/illinois-soybean-state-bean-20025737.php


Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Professional Licensing Improvements

Four additional professions are now available for licensure via IDFPR’s new online licensing system. https://www.facebook.com/ILDFPR/posts/pfbid02FonDki923zJEaNiNbCCJ3HS3TJMiPRnxpaACbevWz1GQfrabp6nTdz7ebmycbP7Kl


Monday, January 20, 2025
Martin Luther King’s Legacy

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. His vision for equality, justice, and peace changed our nation and our world. Today and…


Friday, January 17, 2025
Conservation Scholarships Available

If you’re interested in working to help preserve Illinois’ natural areas, there’s a scholarship for that! Illinois Conservation Foundation | ICF > What We Do > Scholarships


Thursday, January 16, 2025
Balancing our Budget Means Living Within Our Means

It is crucial that we keep the taxpayers top of mind when crafting the state budget this year. Illinoisans cannot afford to foot the bill for the majority party’s out-of-control…


Thursday, January 9, 2025
Thank You Law Enforcement Heroes!

On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we pause to honor these individuals who dedicate their lives to serving others. We have multiple members of the Illinois House Republicans who currently serve…


Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Last Day of the 103rd General Assembly

Today is the last day of lame duck session, and the 104th General Assembly will be sworn in tomorrow at noon. You can follow the final day of Lame Duck…


Monday, January 6, 2025
New Year Brings New Laws

As of January 1, more than 300 new laws have taken effect in Illinois. The changes in statute range from allowing for digital driver’s licenses to an increase in the minimum…


Friday, January 3, 2025
Beware of Lame Ducks

“I’m heading to Springfield tomorrow for Lame Duck Session. This legislative session has been used by Democrats to pass controversial, impactful legislation. I will keep you posted as this session…


Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Happy New Year!

Wishing a very happy and fruitful New Year to you and your family!