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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
State Fair Tickets on Sale June 1

The Illinois State Fair Box Office is opening for in-person grandstand ticket purchases starting on Thursday, June 1. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Recognizing World MS Day

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system. Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS Day brings us together…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Honoring Memorial Day

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.


Saturday, May 27, 2023
Rep. Weber Responds to Passage of FY24 State Budget

Following the passage of the fiscal year 2024 budget in the Illinois House of Representatives, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued the following response: “As I predicted after the…


Saturday, May 27, 2023
Rep. Weber Calls Out Budget for Shortchanging Invest in Kids

Speaking on the floor before the House took up the FY24 state budget, State Representative Tom Weber called out the Governor and Democrats for failing to extend the Invest in…


Friday, May 26, 2023
Session Update – May 26

It was a long day on the floor yesterday as we awaited the “agreed” budget announced by Democrats. We considered several pieces of legislation throughout the day, including bills concerning…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Rep. Weber Calls HB 3062 Unconstitutional

Speaking after the Illinois House voted to approve House Bill 3062, State Representative Tom Weber said he believes the legislation is unconstitutional for preventing Illinois citizens from being able to…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Rep. Weber Takes Stand for Constitutional Rights During Committee Hearing

Speaking during a committee hearing on House Bill 3062, State Rep. Tom Weber objected to the legislation preventing Illinois citizens from filing constitutional lawsuits outside of Sangamon or Cook County,…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
General Assembly Returns for Final Week of Spring Session, Again

The General Assembly is back in Springfield for the final week (again) of the spring session with a state budget expected to drop in the next few days. You can…


Monday, May 22, 2023
Rep. Weber Thanks EMS Workers for EMS Appreciation Week

Thank you to the EMS workers across the state who save lives and help people through their most critical moments. Happy EMS Week and thank you for all that you…