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Murphy: 'We have failed too many times and we must ensure we are not here again in another year'

By Bree Gonzales | May 27, 2021

State Rep. Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) spoke recently at a news conference about the necessity for culpability in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak at the LaSalle Veterans' Home that claimed the lives of 36 veterans.

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Butler: 'Tonight’s drop of partisan maps is yet another attempt to mislead voters'

By Bree Gonzales | May 24, 2021

On Friday night Democratic lawmakers released their newly-drawn House and Senate district maps.

Spain: 'We know what their intentions are, even under the cloak of secrecy and hidden map room'

By Bree Gonzales | May 24, 2021

State Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) believes Democrats are gerrymandering — again.

Sangamon County Clerk Gray: ‘The public has to have confidence in knowing how we operate’

By Bree Gonzales | May 16, 2021

Speaking during a news conference discussing Senate Bill 1326, amending the election code of Illinois, Sangamon County Clerk Don Gray spoke highly about the proposed measure that aims to improve the electoral process in the state.

Butler voices support to rid the U.S. Constitution of the 'punishment clause,' ending forced servitude

By Bree Gonzales | May 8, 2021

Illinois Democratic and Republican legislators have had opposing views about many issues within the state, but a measure calling on Congress to end forced servitude is gaining bipartisan support.

Butler: Citizens of Western Illinois 'deserve a voice just like everybody else'

By Bree Gonzales | May 5, 2021

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) lauded the House Redistricting Committee for listening to his request to hear from other districts.

Butler: 'It’s time for the governor to lead'

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 20, 2021

Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) called on the governor to engage in the redistricting discussions and speak his mind.

Butler: 'People are rightly concerned about dividing communities and dividing neighborhoods for partisan political gain'

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 13, 2021

During the House Redistricting Committee hearing in Decatur on April 7, state Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) agreed with witnesses who stressed the importance of conducting hearings before the new set of maps are drawn this year, allowing state residents a chance to voice their thoughts.

Shafer loses bid for Springfield School District 186 seat

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 8, 2021

A perennial candidate lost the Springfield School District 186 school board election to a political newbie.

Mathis loses District 186 seat: 'I will continue to advocate, support and help our community'

By Bree Gonzales | Apr 7, 2021

District 186 Sub District 5 School Board incumbent Tiffany Mathis lost her seat to political neophyte Buffy Lael-Wolf. Mathis garnered only 45.3 percent of the vote against 54.7 percent earned by her opponent.

Turner seeks clarification on transparency at redistricting hearing

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 26, 2021

State Sen. Sally Turner (R-Beason) participated in a recent Senate Redistricting Committee hearing to discussing remapping.

Bourne named to represent 13th Congressional District in ILGOP State Central Committee

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 19, 2021

State Rep. Avery Bourne (R-Raymond) was recently elected to represent the 13th Congressional District on the Illinois Republican State Central Committee.

Butler supports Kifowit’s Radiochemistry Lab Program

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 15, 2021

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) has been added as a co-sponsor of HB 592, known as the Radiochemistry Lab Program, amending the Nuclear Safety Law of 2004.

Butler recommends lower penalty on balloon releases

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 15, 2021

During the House Energy and Environment Committee hearing discussing HB 418 or the EPA on Balloon Release, State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield) recommended further look into the provision of the penalties stated on the bill.

Elik embarrassed that IDES cannot do its job

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 11, 2021

State Rep. Amy Elik (R-Alton) is disappointed with the state’s department of employment assistance, specifically on delayed callbacks, to which IDES has recently admitted.

Davidsmeyer emphasizes opposition to another tax increase

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 9, 2021

Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) and the entire House Republican caucus have introduced House Resolution 135 stating their objection to the reconsideration of the progressive tax hike.

Davidsmeyer, Elik to conduct virtual town hall

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 8, 2021

State Reps. C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) and Amy Elik (R-Fosterburg) will be conducting an online town hall at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 9

Republicans tell Pritzker that HB3653 "goes too far"

By Bree Gonzales | Feb 15, 2021

Senate Republicans continue to urge Gov. J.B. Pritzker to veto H.B. 3653 which has already been submitted to his desk for his consideration.

Murphy: Create a pro-business climate, not tax hikes

By Bree Gonzales | Feb 15, 2021

State Rep. Mike Murphy said during a virtual conference that the way to rebuild the economy is to create a pro-business climate by giving business owners the tools they need to invest.

Less optimistic at this time, Murphy still hopes for opportunities to amend House Rules in the future

By Bree Gonzales | Feb 12, 2021

State Rep. Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) said that he sincerely hopes for opportunities to revise the House Rules going forward, noting that the “rule changes amounted to nothing more than minor tweaks.”

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