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State Representative Jeff Keicher is continuing his Traveling Office Hours series to engage with residents of the 70th District.

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America celebrates its founding principles on Independence Day

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 4, 2025

Independence Day, celebrated every year on July 4th, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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Rep. Coffey supports bills lowering drug costs in Illinois

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 3, 2025

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

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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.

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Open Space Land Acquisition grants available; deadline set for September 30

By Sangamon Sun | Jul 2, 2025

The Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program is accepting grant applications until September 30, 2025.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Union Pacific to unveil locomotive honoring Abraham Lincoln in Springfield

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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

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Chatham hosts music festival to honor victims of April tragedy

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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

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Illinois lawmaker criticizes new tax hikes impacting families and businesses

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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

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Fireworks safety emphasized by Illinois officials ahead of Fourth of July

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 30, 2025

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.

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Sosnowski comments on Supreme Court ruling on nationwide injunctions

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 27, 2025

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

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Intern Jeopardy contest awards June's intern of the month

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 27, 2025

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.

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Interns engage with North Barrington Village on local governance

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 27, 2025

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

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Rep. Keicher announces traveling office hours for district residents

By Sangamon Sun | Jun 27, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) has announced the continuation of his Traveling Office Hours series to assist residents of the 70th District with state issues or legislation inquiries.