My district offices are closed to in-person visits, but are still accessible by phone at (815) 432-0106 (Watseka) and (815) 844-9179 (Pontiac). Thank you. Illinois death toll now stands at…

New information website for state government’s response to coronavirus The state of Illinois has unveiled a new website which collects all the latest information in one place. Visit coronavirus.illinois.gov to…

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As this situation continues to develop, I will try to pass along to you the most up-to-date news from state government’s response. I would encourage you to visit my website…

News has been coming from state agencies over the weekend and this morning as state government continues to work to meet the challenges presented by the coronavirus outbreak. Below is…

Last weekend I spoke at the Livingston County Farm Bureau’s legislative breakfast. It was a good opportunity to visit and provide a Springfield update, as well as hear what is…

Legislators briefed on coronavirus developments in Illinois State and local health officials have been working overtime to protect the public from the coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) outbreak, and they…

A couple of weeks ago I told you about legislation I am sponsoring which would create regulatory rules for the process of carbon sequestration in Illinois. This clean-energy process allows…

Protecting downstate communities One of the most common concerns I hear from constituents has to do with Chicago’s dominance of Illinois government. Because so much of the state’s leadership comes…

Our area is fortunate to have some excellent facilities for treating our health care needs. One of these is Gibson Area Hospital in Gibson City. I was honored recently to…