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Monday, April 17, 2023
Capitol Update: Tuesday, I Return To Springfield

The Illinois House has not been in session for the last two weeks.  We return on Tuesday for five more weeks of regular session where the focus will be on…


Friday, April 14, 2023
Applications are OPEN for $175M grant program for hotels & restaurants

$175M in grants are available for restaurants, hotels & creative arts business through #ILB2B. Need help preparing to apply or determining eligibility? 100+ navigators across IL are available to support…


Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Fishing Licenses on sale now!

Do you have your Illinois fishing license yet? Licenses for the 2023 season are on sale now! https://dnr.illinois.gov/lpr/fishinglicensesfees.html


Friday, April 7, 2023
Distracted Driver Awareness Month

In 2021, distracted driving killed 3,522 people.  April, which is national Distracted Driving Awareness Month, is a good time to regroup and take responsibility for the choices we make when we’re on…


Monday, April 3, 2023
March Madness Prevailed Again in Springfield

Thank A Vietnam Veteran Today and Every Day! 2023 marks 50 years since the Paris Peace Accords treaty was signed – officially ending the war in Vietnam. President Donald Trump…


Saturday, April 1, 2023
Call 811 Before You Dig

JULIE has been protecting Illinois communities for more than 45 years by providing a free notification service for homeowners and professional excavators to use to request the location of underground…


Thursday, March 30, 2023
Caulkins Attends Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day

The Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD) has become the number one demonstration of citizens promoting gun owners’ rights in the United States, and the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA)…


Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Vietnam War Veterans Day

Honoring those who bravely served during the Vietnam War this Vietnam War Veterans Day. May their sacrifice never be forgotten.


Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Photos: “This Year’s Session in Springfield”

State Representative Dan Caulkins has been busy this 2023 legislative session at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield. Here are a few photos from this year’s session.


Monday, March 27, 2023
Session Update: In one nine-hour stretch last Thursday, the House debated and passed 142 bills!

Caulkins Bill to Offer Scholarship Opportunity to Educators Clears House Last Thursday in the Illinois House of Representatives, State Representative Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur), passed HB 1213. The bill amends the Higher Education Student Assistance…