Last week, I attended the 2026 Melissa Hortman Emerging Leaders Program in Charlottesville, Virginia, a nonpartisan conference hosted by the State Legislative Leaders Foundation. The conference was renamed in honor…

Last call for summer readers! My Summer Reading Program is coming to an end. Completed forms must be submitted electronically or mailed to my district office by July 15. Submit…

Heads up Vermilion County! Starting next month, preschool screenings will begin for various school districts. If you have a child aged 3-5 years old and you are needing a preschool…

Applications are open through August 31st. OSLAD Grants are available to local units of government for the acquisition and development of land for public outdoor parks, recreations, or conservation purposes….

Reminder: Tomorrow, July 6th, my office is hosting traveling office hours in Savoy. A member of my team will be available to assist with any state-related issues, programs, or services….

Happy Birthday, America! Today we celebrate 250 years of greatness as we honor the history of our beautiful nation. Have a safe Independence Day!

Reminder! Upcoming deadlines for Summer Reading and America 250 Essay Contest! America 250 Essay submissions are due on July 1, 2026. Submissions may be emailed to my office at [email protected]…

Wishing all the dads out there a very Happy Father’s Day today!

Starting tomorrow, Illinois will be offering their annual Free Fishing Days! Anyone, whether a new or seasoned angler, can fish without purchasing a license in Illinois from June 19th-22nd. This…

As severe storms threaten the state again today, here are some safety tips to keep in mind. If my office can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach…