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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Make Your Voice Heard to Stop Order Criminalizing Businesses Opening Early

On Wednesday, the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules can stop the Governor’s new attempt to make criminals of business owners who defy his ongoing lockdown order. I believe the governor’s…


Friday, May 15, 2020
Thank you, law enforcement heroes!

On this National Police Week I hope you will join me in saying thank you to our law enforcement heroes who put their lives on the line every day for…


Monday, May 11, 2020
Reps. Miller, Bailey & Windhorst Join Forces to Recruit Volunteers for Senior Programs in Southern Illinois

State Representative Chris Miller, along with Reps. Darren Bailey and Patrick Windhorst , are asking for volunteers in this part of the state to assist the Illinois Department of Aging…


Monday, May 11, 2020
Sign the Petition – It’s Time to Safely Reopen Illinois!

We need to begin reopening Illinois on a County-by-County basis. Click the photo to sign the petition and help us get Illinois back to work!


Sunday, May 10, 2020
Happy Mother’s Day!

From my family to yours, have a Happy Mother’s Day!


Friday, May 8, 2020
Unemployment Assistance Available for Self Employed (1099) Workers

Unemployment assistance is available for self-employed (1099) workers in our area! On Monday, May 11, self-employed individuals can apply for relief. From the Illinois Department of Employment Security: IDES Instructs…


Friday, May 8, 2020
E-Check Fees Waived for Drivers License, Registration Renewals Online

While we work to reopen Illinois, you can still renew your drivers license, vehicle registration, and access other Secretary of State services online. E-check fees are currently being waived.


Thursday, May 7, 2020
Reopen Illinois with local input

House Republicans have a plan to reopen Illinois county by county based on local input and criteria.


Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Rep. Miller: Begin Illinois Reopening with Recovery Plan in Place

In the months and years ahead, we will most certainly look back at Illinois’ response to the Covid-19 pandemic to learn from our experience and plan for the future. However,…


Tuesday, April 28, 2020
ISP: You Can Concealed-Carry While Adhering to Covid Face Covering Guidelines

Good news for local gun owners! The Illinois State Police have confirmed that you can practice your right to concealed-carry while wearing your Covid face covering. As long as you’re…