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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Soldier Field History

On this day in 1926, Soldier Field (formerly Municipal Grant Park Stadium) was officially dedicated in front of a crowd of 110,000 during the Army v. Navy game. The stadium…


Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

For Thanksgiving, my office will be closed from Wednesday, November 27th until Monday, December 2nd. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday!


Saturday, November 23, 2024
Thanksgiving is Coming Up- Turkey Thawing Guide

Don’t forget to give your Thanksgiving turkey plenty of time to thaw before the big day. Check out this thaw time guide from the Illinois State Fire Marshal.


Friday, November 22, 2024
This Week in Springfield (Photos)

Veto Session 2024 has come to an end. Here are some photos from my time in Springfield. The House is expected to be back in Session in early January.


Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Utility Scam Awareness Day

You can protect yourself from utility scams this holiday season by learning the warning signs and scam tactics fraudsters use.  Below is the release from Ameren, detailing scam warnings.


Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Schweizer Says We Need to Get Back to Business and Protect the Mahomet Aquifer

DANVILLE, IL… State Representative Brandun Schweizer (R-Danville) is calling on the Senate to continue working on Senate Bill 3968, a bill that bans carbon sequestration activity in and around the…


Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Week 2 of Veto Begins Today at 1 p.m.

Today we kick off the second week of the fall veto session in Springfield and another opportunity to address the major issues facing our state. House Republicans are ready to…


Monday, November 18, 2024
American Education Week

American Education Week is a celebration of the power of learning and the incredible educators, students, and families who make it all possible. This week, let’s all appreciate the hard…


Thursday, November 14, 2024
Visiting Angels of Champaign: Project Gratitude

With the holiday season right around the corner, Visiting Angels is giving back to area veterans! Visiting Angels Project Gratitude is collecting donations of socks, hats, gloves, light blankets, and…


Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Veto Session Begins Today

We are back in Springfield today for the first week of the fall veto session. The House is scheduled for 3:00 pm. You can follow along live all week here.