Illinois State Rep. Charles E. Meier (R-Highland)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Charles E. Meier (R-Highland)
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Meier donates lawmaker pay raise to Southern Illinois organizations
State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has chosen to donate his annual pay raise to local community organizations in Southern Illinois.
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Illinois libraries in 109th district receive grant for resource expansion
The Illinois Secretary of State has announced that multiple libraries within the 109th district will benefit from funding through the Public Library Per Capita Grant Program.
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Dedication ceremony held for John D. Cavaletto Agricultural Center
Kaskaskia College recently celebrated the dedication of the John D. Cavaletto Agricultural Center, formerly known as the Animal Disease Laboratory.
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Illinois Republicans sue over alleged constitutional violations on bill procedures
State Representative Charlie Meier, a Republican from Okawville, has joined fellow GOP members of the Illinois House and Senate in filing a lawsuit against alleged constitutional violations by Democrats.
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Rep. Meier donates multimeters honoring late student's legacy
State Representative Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) has collaborated with the family of Caleb Thomas Elliott to donate multimeter digital testers to Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters throughout Illinois.
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Illinois Democrats pass historic budget amid criticism
Over the weekend, Illinois Democrats passed a budget that has been described as the largest in the state's history.
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Illinois representative criticizes fiscal year 2026 budget
State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has voiced his opposition to the recently passed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget for Illinois.
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Illinois House declares day for electrical safety awareness
State Representative Charlie Meier has announced the successful passage of House Resolution 283, which designates August 11, 2025, as "Caleb’s Legacy: Electrical Awareness for a Safer Tomorrow Day."
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Illinois House advances assisted suicide bill despite opposition
The Illinois House of Representatives has passed Senate Bill 1950, a measure that permits physician-assisted suicide.
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Illinois legislators debate record-breaking budget amid taxation concerns
I returned to Springfield this week for the final days of the spring legislative session, with anticipation building around the state budget, expected to be the largest in Illinois history.
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Resolution honors two men for saving seniors from fire
State Representative Charlie Meier has recognized two young men for their heroic actions in saving the lives of senior residents at the Nashville senior apartments.
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Illinois debates imposing highest service tax nationwide
A proposal circulating in Springfield seeks to implement a new sales tax on services across Illinois.
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Rep. Charlie Meier hosts Nashville Chamber's 'Citizens of the Year' banquet
State Representative Charlie Meier served as the emcee for the Nashville Chamber of Commerce's annual 'Citizens of the Year' banquet.
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House Republicans in Illinois advocate for Second Amendment rights
Illinois House Republican lawmakers gathered at the Capitol to express their support for gun owners and the Second Amendment.
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Illinois legislator opposes styrofoam container ban proposal
Last night, the House Energy & Environment Committee passed SB 1531, a bill that seeks to ban polystyrene containers by 2030.
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Meier addresses disability rights advocacy amidst looming energy cost hikes
This week in Springfield marks a crucial deadline for the House, as Senate Bills must pass through House Committees.
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Charlie Meier receives legislator award for supporting senior meal programs
State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has been recognized by the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies (IACAA) as the recipient of the Vince Demuzio Legislator of the Year award for 2025.
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Rep. Meier advocates for Dorsey family amid DHS relocation disputes
Rep. Charlie Meier is actively supporting the Dorsey family in their efforts to prevent their son, Gregory Dorsey, from being relocated to a state-operated developmental center (SODC) far from their home.
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Illinois representative criticizes governor's remarks against Republicans
Governor J.B. Pritzker has been criticized for statements made last weekend, which some political figures consider as promoting violence and disorder against Republicans.
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Rep. Charlie Meier supports Murray Parents Association in Springfield discussion
This week, Representative Charlie Meier held a meeting with the Murray Parents Association in Springfield. Rep. Meier has long supported the association and individuals with disabilities throughout the state of Illinois.