Autism Awareness Month in April is a special time to recognize and support the autism community. Autism Awareness Month, highlighted by World Autism Day on April 2nd, is a powerful…

Time is running out to file your state and federal income tax returns. The filing deadline for Illinois taxpayers is Tuesday, April 15. Illinois is participating in the IRS Direct File Program this…

Every day, Illinois State Troopers put on the uniform knowing they will face unpredictable challenges to keep others safe. Their work requires constant vigilance, quick decision-making, and a commitment to…

The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is an employer recognition program administered by the Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS). Through the program, VETS accepts voluntary applications from…

Our police dogs do so much to take care of our communities, yet they often aren’t able to receive adequate care when they retire. That’s why I’ve filed House Bill…

Last week, I joined homeschool families in vocalizing our opposition toward the Homeschool, which would add undue burdens on homeschool families here in Illinois. I had the chance to speak…

Each year, March 25th marks National Medal of Honor Day in the United States, a time to reflect on extraordinary acts of bravery and selflessness that define the essence of…

PROPERTY TAX RELIEF PRESS CONFERENCE Earlier this month, I joined my colleagues Assistant Minority Leader Dan Ugaste and State Representative Joe Sosnowski to unveil our new legislative bill package to…

Shell Bills (sometimes referred to as vehicle bills) are a mechanism used by the Illinois General Assembly to provide placeholders for legislation yet to be determined. Essentially shell bills allow…

We can restore public faith in government and root out corruption in Illinois by strengthening our ethics laws. House Republicans introduced a number of anti-corruption measures this session, but the…