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Monday, June 10, 2024
Breaking Their Own Rules, Democrats Raise Taxes

The Democratic supermajority broke their own House Rules during the final hours of session when they allowed lawmakers to vote three times on one piece of legislation to raise taxes….


Monday, June 10, 2024
Lake County Job Fair in Round Lake Beach on June 12

The Job Center of Lake County will be hosting its next job fair on Wednesday, June 12, at the Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center from 11 a.m. to 2…


Thursday, June 6, 2024
Weber Reacts to Sentencing of Former DCFS Worker in AJ Freund Case

Following the sentencing of former DCFS worker Carlos Acosta to six months in jail today after being convicted of child endangerment in the death of AJ Freund, State Rep. Tom…


Thursday, June 6, 2024
Remembering the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

On June 6, 1944, more than 150,000 Allied troops crossed the English Channel and landed on the beaches of German-occupied Normandy, France in the largest amphibious assault in world history, now known…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Tips to Avoid Harmful Algal Blooms When Swimming or Boating this Summer

This summer, remember to use caution when spending time on or in waterways, as harmful algal (cyanobacteria) blooms are possible on any body of water. Avoid contact with a body…


Monday, June 3, 2024
June 5 Traveling Office Hours

Representative Tom Weber’s staff will be available to meet with you to answer your questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services. Walk-ins are encouraged. No appointment is…


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Weber Responds to Democrats Passing Largest Budget in State History

Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget in the Illinois House of Representatives, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) released the following statement: “This is a historic…


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Weber Calls for Property Tax Relief Before Session Ends

Speaking on the House floor, Rep. Tom Weber objected to legislation, House Bill 4582, to increase state bonding authority by $8 billion while the state legislature has still failed to…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Honoring Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a reminder of the brave men and women who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. While Memorial Day is usually a holiday marking the beginning…


Sunday, May 26, 2024
Rep. Weber Leads House in Honoring IL D-Day Paratroopers 

Speaking on the House floor, Rep. Weber led the House in the adoption of House Resolution 763 to declare June 6-7 as Eternal Heroes Memorial Days in memory of the Illinois Raveno…