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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Submit stories for Illinois Veterans History Project
The Illinois Veterans History Project, a collaboration between the Library of Congress and the Illinois Secretary of State's office, is appealing to Illinoisans to contribute to its mission of honoring and preserving the stories of military veterans. By submitting their personal accounts, photographs, and memorabilia, Illinois veterans and their families can ensure that their experiences are not forgotten.To participate in the Illinois Veterans History Project, individuals are encouraged to visit the website www.idaillinois.org. This online platform serves as a repository...
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Senate Week in Review: Nov. 13-17, 2023
The Office of the Executive Inspector General has uncovered more misconduct within state agencies under the Pritzker Administration. A recent report reveals fraudulent conduct, a misuse of state resources, and various other wrongdoings. State Senator Dave Syverson expresses concern over the ongoing issues within the administration, citing previous audits and personnel problems in other agencies.In response to a controversial green energy law that stripped property owners of their rights, the General Assembly has passed legislation to restore protections for Illinois...
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Senate Extends Law to Hold Repeat Gun Offenders; House Refuses to Take Action
State Senator Dave Syverson has voted in favor of extending a criminal penalty enhancement aimed at keeping felons convicted of gun crimes incarcerated for longer periods. The Senate passed House Bill 1440 with a vote of 41-12. However, the bill seems to have hit a roadblock in the House of Representatives, which means the criminal penalty enhancement will expire at the end of this year.Law enforcement originally requested the statute to help them keep violent repeat offenders and gang members off the streets. Senator Syverson is concerned that the failure to extend this...
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Senate Republicans Push for Extension of Invest in Kids Act, Pass Bill for Nuclear Reactors, and Extend Law to Hold Repeat Gun Offenders
Senate Republicans have been working tirelessly to save Illinois' Invest in Kids Scholarship program, which provides low-income children with access to better schools. State Senator Dave Syverson spoke about their efforts, stating, "We proudly continued our efforts to support the nearly 10,000 children whose lives have been forever changed by the Invest in Kids Scholarship Program." The program has received over $308 million in private donations and provided more than 38,000 scholarships to low-income K-12 students. However, with the program set to expire on January 1,...
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Original Gettysburg Address on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
An original edition of the Gettysburg Address, delivered by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, will be on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) from November 17 to November 28. This historic document holds great significance as it commemorates the dedication of a national military cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in honor of the Union soldiers who lost their lives in the Battle of Gettysburg.To mark the 160th anniversary of Lincoln's delivery of the speech, the ALPLM will offer free admission on November 19. Visitors will have the...
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Senate Republicans Push for Extension of Invest in Kids Act
State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and the Senate Republican Caucus are advocating for the extension of the Invest in Kids Scholarship Program, which has had a significant impact on the lives of nearly 10,000 children. During the Fall Veto Session, hundreds of students and their families gathered at the Capitol to implore lawmakers to keep the low-income scholarship program alive.In a press conference on November 7, Senate Republicans called on Governor JB Pritzker and his legislative allies to take action and save the Invest in Kids Scholarship program. They...
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Illinois Lawmakers Pass Bill to End Moratorium on New Nuclear Reactor Construction
State lawmakers in Illinois have taken a significant step towards ensuring a stronger and more reliable power supply for the state. House Bill 2473, which lifts the ban on the construction of new nuclear reactors, has been passed with overwhelming support in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.The legislation specifically focuses on allowing the construction and development of next-generation Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) with a capacity of less than 300 MW. These advanced reactors are seen as a promising solution to meet the growing energy demands of the...
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Belvidere Assembly Plant Reopens with $5 Billion Investment
State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) expressed his gratitude to the community, business, labor, and government for their collaboration in reopening the Belvidere Assembly Plant. After months of hard work, a game-changing agreement has been reached to not only reopen the plant but also expand its operations. Stellantis, the parent company, is expected to invest nearly $5 billion in the facility, which has been closed for over eight months.Syverson acknowledged the efforts of various stakeholders in making this agreement possible. He highlighted the crucial role...
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Senate Republicans Call on Gov. Pritzker to Address Mismanagement Issues in Illinois
Senate Republicans are urging Governor JB Pritzker to prioritize the issues plaguing his own administration, rather than focusing on his national initiative, "Think Big America." At a press conference, State Senator Dave Syverson highlighted the mismanagement and failures within multiple state agencies under the Pritzker Administration.One of the major concerns raised by Senate Republicans is the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), where recent news reports revealed high-profile resignations and terminations, along with exorbitant taxpayer-funded salaries....
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Syverson: “I am not convinced that this approach will offer all residents an improved experience”
Changes came to Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles offices on Sept. 1. Senator Dave Syverson warned his constituents of these changes in an Aug. 29 Facebook post, as well as his feelings about these changes.
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Syverson: 'The Democrats' new grocery tax will go into effect on July 1'
In a June 27 Facebook post, Sen. Dave Syverson shared his thoughts on a grocery tax going into effect on July 1.
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Syverson: 'If we did budgeting like the government did, we’d probably end up in jail'
Illinois state Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) criticized what he calls the governor's claimed balanced budget and questioned whether it is truly as balanced as Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) claimed it is.
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Syverson: 'Questions remain about whether the new budget will be truly balanced at the year’s end'
In a June 7 Facebook post, Sen. Dave Syverson voiced his doubts about the 2023-2024 budget.
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Syverson: ‘It is doubtful that the minimal surplus will be enough to cover the true costs of the state’
State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) in a recent news release alluded to hidden spending in the 2023-2024 budget and issues with the healthcare for undocumented migrants.
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Syverson: 'We warned when they began this program over a year ago that Illinois would become a magnet as the only state to provide this free healthcare to undocumented immigrants'
Sen. Dave Syverson is speaking out against the push for Illinois to become a sanctuary state, claiming it is putting "undue pressure" on the state's budget as the cost of the state's free healthcare for undocumented immigrants spirals.
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Illinois' Syverson on statewide literacy plan: Bipartisan bill will 'continue to strengthen our education system'
Illinois state Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) shared information on state-wide literacy plans in a recent Facebook post.
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Syverson thanks students at Martin Elementary 'for participating in our Valentines for Seniors program'
Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) took to Facebook on Jan. 31 to thank a local school for participating in the Valentines for Seniors program.
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Syverson: 'It’s time for our annual Valentines for Seniors Card Drive'
Last week, State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) announced that they will be joining the community in making Valentine’s Day cards to help build morale for the elderly.
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Syverson discusses SAFE-T Act during social media week in review: 'The lawsuit challenging its legality has been delayed'
State Sen. Dave Syverson, R-Cherry Valley, provided a week in review on social media, discussing the SAFE-T Act during a post on Facebook.
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Syverson: 'State’s attorneys and law enforcement personnel from across Illinois have talked for months about how their work – and the ultimate safety of their communities – will be threatened'
In a Dec. 1 news release, Sen. Dave Syverson spoke out on the bill that made changes to the SAFE-T Act.