State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) has passed legislation aimed at removing hurdles for disabled individuals. Under current law, disabled individuals (or their parents or guardians) are required to submit a letter from a doctor every year to the Secretary of State declaring that the individual suffers […]
Today, members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting federal guidance to ensure fairness in girls’ and women’s athletics in Illinois high schools. The letter follows conflicting guidance from state agencies and growing concerns about how to […]
A firefighting helicopter refill pump recently emerged as the winner of the 2025 Makers Madness contest, earning the title of “the coolest thing made in Illinois.” Chosen in a bracket-style competition from a field of more than 250 products, MTH Pumps’ (owned and operated out of Plano, Illinois) […]
On April 10, the Illinois House of Representatives advanced House Bill 1237, a controversial measure that would ban Native-themed mascots and logos in schools statewide. The proposal requires affected schools to rebrand by July 1, 2026, unless they secure and renew approval every five years from […]
Legislation proposed to improve food safety for individuals living with celiac disease passed out of the Illinois Senate unanimously last week. Senate Bill 1288 would require all food handlers in Illinois to complete training on celiac disease and the safe handling of gluten-free foods. The bill […]
Senate Democrats recently advanced controversial legislation that potentially ties the hands of police and puts public safety at risk. Senate Bill 42 removes the requirement that cannabis be stored in an odor-proof container and prevents law enforcement from stopping or searching a vehicle solely based on […]
On April 9, high school FFA students, farmers, and ag professionals gathered at the Illinois State Capitol for the annual Illinois Ag Lobby Day tradition. Each spring during the legislative session, participants come to Springfield to advocate for the future of agriculture and highlight the industry’s […]
This week marked the final week for Senate and House bills to pass out of their original chambers and move over to the other chamber for further consideration. Lawmakers spent long hours debating and voting on legislation as the clock wound down. While many bills did […]
Illinois legislators held a press conference this week alongside advocate Michelle Peterson to call for action on Andrew’s Law, a legislative proposal aimed at closing dangerous loopholes in Illinois’ criminal code that allow child predators to escape full accountability. Senate Bill 284 would prohibit plea deals […]
On April 11, Illinois Senate Republicans unveiled a legislative package to make childcare more affordable for Illinois families and businesses. According to Capitol News Illinois, the state has lost nearly 4,300 licensed childcare providers – approximately 33 percent – over the past decade. Meanwhile, nearly 60 […]