Illinois State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford)
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Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford)
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Hard Rock Casino opens in Rockford after two decades
The culmination of 20 years of work by state and local officials will become a reality today with the opening of the Hard Rock Casino on State Street in Rockford.
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Revised unemployment figures highlight economic challenges faced by small businesses
The U.S. economy is showing signs of strain with new data revealing fewer jobs added in 2023 and early 2024 than originally reported, according to State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley).
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Lawmakers partner with Illinois Tollway for I-PASS update event
State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) are partnering with the Illinois Tollway on Aug. 27 in Marengo to assist motorists in updating their I-PASS technology to the new Sticker Tags, which are replacing plastic transponders.
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Republicans criticize Democratic policies ahead of national convention
Republicans spotlight Illinois’ struggles as Democrats convene in Chicago
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Senator Syverson and Representative Sosnowski assist motorists with I-PASS updates
State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) are partnering with the Illinois Tollway on Aug. 27 in Marengo to assist motorists in updating their I-PASS technology to the Sticker Tags that will replace plastic transponders.
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Illinois enacts new laws focusing on justice-impacted individuals amid rising crime rates
New laws that change the term “offender” to “justice-impacted individual” in some state statutes, and that provide free state IDs to individuals released from Illinois jails, have sparked debate over the priorities of Democrat leaders in addressing crime.
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Lawmakers partner with tollway to help motorists update I-PASS technology
State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley), State Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), and State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) are collaborating with the Illinois Tollway to assist motorists in updating their I-PASS technology from plastic transponders to Sticker Tags.
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Senate Republicans urge Governor Pritzker to address state issues amid high unemployment
Illinois Unemployment Remains 3rd Highest as Governor Travels Country
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Illinois sees significant population decline due to high taxes
New Data Shows 87,000 Illinois Residents Flee the State
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Illinois Supreme Court declines immediate review of assault weapon ban
The United States Supreme Court has declined to take up a legal challenge to Illinois' "assault weapon" ban, as announced on July 2. Petitioners had sought an injunction against the enforcement of the ban following conflicting rulings, including a temporary injunction by a judge in the Southern District of Illinois that was later overturned by the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals. The Supreme Court left open the possibility of reviewing the case in the future, with a Justice noting, "...if the Seventh Circuit ultimately allows Illinois to ban America’s most common civilian...
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Ed Burke sentenced; new laws effective July 1; IDOT releases FY25-FY30 plan
Illinois’ Culture of Corruption in the Headlines
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Syverson and Keicher to host Secretary of State mobile unit in Hampshire
State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) will host a Secretary of State Mobile Unit on June 27 in Hampshire.
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Senator Syverson schedules traveling office hours in Huntley on June 25
State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) has scheduled Traveling Office Hours on June 25 in Huntley to assist constituents with inquiries about state services. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Village Hall, located at 10987 Main Street in Huntley.
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Governor signs record-spending budget amid controversy
Governor Signs Record-Spending Budget with Billion-Dollar Tax Hike
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Pritzker signs $53 billion state budget with nearly $1 billion in tax increases
Governor JB Pritzker signed into law a $53 billion state budget on Wednesday, marking the continuation of his five-year tax-and-spend fiscal policy and resulting in nearly $1 billion in increased taxes.
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Illinois General Assembly passes record-breaking budget amid controversy
The Illinois General Assembly has passed Governor JB Pritzker’s budget, which includes nearly a billion dollars in new taxes. The budget sets a record for government spending at just over $53 billion, marking an increase of nearly $13 billion, or 32%, since Pritzker took office.
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Senator Syverson opposes Governor Pritzker's FY2025 budget due to tax hikes
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) has expressed strong opposition to Governor JB Pritzker's proposed state budget, which includes nearly $1 billion in tax increases. According to Syverson, government spending has surged by 32 percent since Pritzker assumed office.
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Senate Republicans warn, “This is how you steal an election,” as Democrats pass drastic change to election law
Republican lawmakers in Illinois have raised strong concerns over a new law that significantly alters the state's election process. Senate Bill 2412, passed by Democrats, has sparked outrage among Republicans who believe it will benefit entrenched incumbents and stifle competition. Senate Bill 2412 was hastily introduced just hours before a vote in the House of Representatives and one day before a vote in the Senate."This is how you steal an election," Senate Republicans warned, accusing Illinois Democrats of attempting to manipulate the election rules to favor their own...
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Senate Week in Review: April 22-26, 2024
Senate Republicans in Illinois have been actively addressing critical issues concerning food insecurity, flexible childcare options, and stability for children in state custody. In efforts to combat food insecurity, Senate Bill 3265 has been introduced to increase access to fresh and nutritious food in underserved areas. State Senator Dave Syverson expressed optimism about the bill's impact on food access and education statewide, emphasizing the importance of addressing the root causes of food insecurity.Additionally, Senate Republicans have pushed for more flexible...
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Senate Republicans Express Concerns Over University Funding Plan
Senate Republicans, led by State Senator Dave Syverson, voiced their apprehensions about a proposed funding formula for Illinois' higher education system during a State Capitol press conference on April 18. According to Senator Syverson, the formula would allocate funds to higher education institutions based on a per-student basis, with tiers ranging from $2,000 to $8,000, taking into account factors such as race.Citing potential legal challenges, the Republican lawmakers highlighted that linking funding levels to race, as proposed in the formula, could be deemed...