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Friday, April 12, 2019
Weber Backed Bill to Ensure Stability of County Extension Programs Passes House Unanimously

Last week, legislation sponsored by State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) to ensure stable funding for County Cooperative Extension programs, such as 4-H, unanimously passed the Illinois House. House Bill…


Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Video: Rep. Weber Recognizes Volunteerism of Local Student

During House floor proceedings, State Representative Tom Weber took a moment to recognize the many volunteer efforts of Lakes Community High School student and Junior Miss Illinois, Alyssa Gallarnau. Miss…


Thursday, April 4, 2019
Bryant, Weber Legislation Aimed at Curbing Elder Abuse Unanimously Passes House

This week, legislation sponsored by State Representatives Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) aimed at curbing elder abuse earned unanimous support in the Illinois House. The idea for…


Thursday, April 4, 2019
Video: Rep. Weber Stands Up for Small Business

Speaking during debate on House Bill 2838, State Representative Tom Weber called out the legislation for improperly attacking small businesses and once again raising the cost to operate and create…


Friday, March 29, 2019
Weber Sponsored Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Delinquent County Board Chairs Passes House

Legislation sponsored by State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) to close a gap in county government unanimously passed the Illinois House of Representatives today. House Bill 3593 creates a removal…


Friday, March 29, 2019
Public Pressure Against Government Restructure in McHenry County Results in Complete “Gutting” of HB 3317

Mounting public pressure against legislation that would have drastically increased the powers granted to the McHenry County Board Chair has caused the two House sponsors of HB 3317 to remove…


Thursday, March 28, 2019
Weber Passes First Bill, Benefits Local Taxpayers

Today, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) unanimously passed his first piece of legislation through the Illinois House of Representatives. House Bill 3369 allows the Village of Lindenhurst to consolidate…


Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Fox River Status Update

From the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (March 26, 2019): Current Conditions: Measured inflows on the Fox River near New Munster, WI are 1980 cfs and dropping; flows on Nippersink…


Monday, March 25, 2019
State Reps Reick and Weber Post Petition Opposing Bill to Create County Executive Government in McHenry County

State Representatives Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) and Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) want McHenry County residents to send a clear message to Springfield politicians who want to significantly alter the power and…


Thursday, March 21, 2019
Video: Rep. Weber Honors Trailblazing Life of Judy Baar Topinka

In recognition of Women’s History Month, State Rep. Tom Weber spoke on the House floor to honor the trailblazing life of Judy Baar Topinka. Topinka was the first women elected…