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Sosnowski urges Democrats to pass property tax relief bills, criticizes 'sham' task force

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) urged Democrats to help bring several bills to provide property tax relief to Illinois residents, during a March 3 press conference.

By Kyla Asbury | Mar 31, 2020

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Sen. Syverson urges income tax deadline extension

Illinois' current income tax filing deadline is April 15.

By Press release submission | Mar 31, 2020

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 69: What the CARES Act means to Illinoisans

By Press release submission | Mar 31, 2020

What the CARES Act means to Illinoisans

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 69: What the CARES Act means to Illinoisans

By Press release submission | Mar 30, 2020

What the CARES Act means to Illinoisans

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Sen. Stadelman introduces bill to examine local journalism adequacy

By April Bamburg | Mar 27, 2020

Sen. Steve Stadelman (D-34) recently introduced Senate Bill 3457 to create the Local Journalism Task Force Act, an proposed entity to study Illinois communities “underserved by local journalism.”

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Rockford senator opposes new spending in budget

By Kyla Asbury | Mar 26, 2020

State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) does not want any new spending in the Illinois budget proposal.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: First Responders Roundtable to be held on April 9

By Press release submission | 11 days ago

First Responders Roundtable to be held on April 9

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 45: Governor issues COVID-19 disaster proclamation

By Press release submission | 12 days ago

In light of ongoing concerns surrounding the coronavirus/COVID-19 health crisis, Illinois’ Governor issued a disaster proclamation March 9 that will allow the state to access additional federal resources to combat the pandemic.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Call issued for former medical personnel to join fight against COVID-19

By Press release submission | Mar 24, 2020

In an effort to increase the number of medical personnel available to handle increased patient loads at Illinois hospitals, a call has been issued to former doctors, nurses, physicians assistants, nurse practitioners, and respiratory care therapists who have recently left the medical field to join the fight against COVID-19.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Sen. Syverson’s Week-in-Review: March 9-13

By Press release submission | Mar 17, 2020

In light of ongoing health concerns surrounding the coronavirus/COVID-19 health crisis, Illinois’ Governor issued a Disaster Proclamation in Illinois this week, which will allow the state to access additional federal resources to combat the pandemic.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 69: Blood Drive in Rockford a Success

By Press release submission | Mar 17, 2020

Blood Drive in Rockford a Success

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 89: Chesney hosted at Meet & Greet in Pecatonica on March 10

By Press release submission | Mar 16, 2020

Chesney hosted at Meet & Greet in Pecatonica on March 10

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Rockford, Winnebago County job losses projected from Pritzker's tax plan, Illinois Policy Institute says

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 11, 2020

Rockford political activist Kathy Hansen said she marvels at the way Gov. J.B. Pritzker is proving willing to stoop to any level in getting his progressive tax plan enacted.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Syverson honored by ILCAE, presented Jim Guilinger Legislative Award

By Press release submission | Mar 10, 2020

On March 3, State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) received the Jim Guilinger Legislative Award from the Illinois Leadership Council for Agricultural Education (ILCAE) for his support of agricultural education and FFA student programs.

From Kane County Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: House committee advances Keicher bill to remove hurdle on school enrollment for military dependents

By Press release submission | 26 days ago

House committee advances Keicher bill to remove hurdle on school enrollment for military dependents

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 68: Governor’s new immigration policy puts Illinois families at risk

By Press release submission | Mar 10, 2020

Governor’s new immigration policy puts Illinois families at risk

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 90: Rep. Demmer Introduces, Co-Sponsors Legislation to Lower the Cost of Health Care and Prescription Drugs

By Press release submission | 30 days ago

Rep. Demmer Introduces, Co-Sponsors Legislation to Lower the Cost of Health Care and Prescription Drugs

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Republican lawmakers disappointed in governor's budget proposal

By Kyla Asbury | 1 month ago

Illinois Republicans were disappointed after hearing Gov. J.B. Pritzker's budget proposal last week

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 35: Week-in-Review: Feb. 24-28

By Press release submission | Mar 3, 2020

State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) continued his calls for a balanced budget during the week, seeking to ensure that K-12 education funding is not held hostage by a costly income tax.

From Kane County Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 70: Middle School Art Contest Open to 70th District Students

By Press release submission | 1 month ago

Middle School Art Contest Open to 70th District Students