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Rep. Coffey supports bills lowering drug costs in Illinois

State Representative Mike Coffey has co-sponsored two significant pieces of legislation aimed at reducing the cost of prescription drugs in Illinois.

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 3, 2025

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Meier donates lawmaker pay raise to Southern Illinois organizations

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 3, 2025

State Representative Charlie Meier of Okawville has chosen to donate his annual pay raise to local community organizations in Southern Illinois.

Illinois libraries in 109th district receive grant for resource expansion

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2025

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.

Union Pacific celebrates 163 years since Lincoln signed railroad act

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2025

Yesterday, community leaders and Illinois residents gathered to commemorate the 163rd anniversary of President Lincoln signing the Pacific Railroad Act into law.

Pritzker signs controversial prisoner review board bill amid GOP criticism

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2025

Illinois Republicans are expressing concern over new legislation signed into law, which they claim weakens the oversight of the Prisoner Review Board (PRB) and poses a threat to public safety.

Illinois enacts new laws affecting taxes, environment, education

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Starting July 1, Illinois will implement a range of new laws and tax increases as part of the state's $55.2 billion Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which was passed by Democrats earlier this year.

Illinois introduces new laws on taxes, environment, education

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Starting July 1, Illinois is implementing several new laws and tax changes.

Illinois enacts new laws on taxes, plastics ban, education starting July

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 1, 2025

Starting July 1, Illinois introduces several new laws and tax increases as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget, which amounts to a record $55.2 billion.

Union Pacific to unveil locomotive honoring Abraham Lincoln in Springfield

Union Pacific Railroad is set to unveil a new commemorative locomotive in Springfield, Illinois, honoring its founder, Abraham Lincoln.

Chatham hosts music festival to honor victims of April tragedy

The Village of Chatham is organizing a community event, Chatham Strong Fest, scheduled for Sunday, July 6.

Illinois lawmaker criticizes new tax hikes impacting families and businesses

State Representative Martin McLaughlin has criticized the recent tax increases in Illinois, which are set to take effect on July 1.

Fireworks safety emphasized by Illinois officials ahead of Fourth of July

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) are emphasizing safety for fireworks displays this Fourth of July.

Sosnowski comments on Supreme Court ruling on nationwide injunctions

State Representative Joe Sosnowski of Rockford has expressed his views on the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding nationwide injunctions.

Intern Jeopardy contest awards June's intern of the month

The summer's first Intern Jeopardy contest took place today, featuring a competitive atmosphere as interns tested their knowledge on Illinois history, the legislative process, and the 52nd District.

Interns engage with North Barrington Village on local governance

Our summer interns have been actively engaging with various local boards this month, discussing the constituent services offered by our office.

Rep. Keicher announces traveling office hours for district residents