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Monday, December 15, 2025
District office will be closed December 22 through January 5

My District Office will be closed from December 22 through January 5 for the holidays! During this period, please email [email protected] for assistance, and my staff will respond as soon…


Monday, December 8, 2025
Stopping by Prairie State Generating Co.

It was great to catch up with State Representative Kevin Schmidt at the Mayoral Luncheon at Prairie State Generating Co. in Marissa, IL. Prairie State generates some of the cleanest…


Thursday, November 27, 2025
Have a very happy Thanksgiving Day!

May you have a blessed Thanksgiving holiday surrounded by great company and enjoying delicious food. Happy Thanksgiving!


Friday, November 21, 2025
Rep. Friess Commends Local Efforts as Work Begins on Stringtown Levee Scour Hole

RED BUD, IL – State Representative David Friess is highlighting that repair work is now underway on thelong-standing scour hole, bringing long-awaited relief to residents of the Bottoms in southern…


Monday, November 17, 2025
This is American Education Week

American Education Week is a celebration of the power of learning and the incredible educators, students, and families who make it all possible. This week, let’s all appreciate the hard…


Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Happy Veterans Day!

Let us remember and honor all those who have served in America’s Armed Forces this Veterans Day.


Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Diaper drive now underway

I’m hosting a Diaper Drive from November 1 through December 15, 2025, to help provide hygiene essentials for families in need this holiday season. This is a great opportunity for…


Monday, November 3, 2025
Friess Frame: Post-veto session edition

Happy Halloween! As we enter the colder months of October, make sure to bundle up, not just for the dropping temperatures, but for the tax increases coming out of Springfield….


Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Saying No to tax hikes

Back in Springfield for the final week of Veto Session, and so far it’s been nothing more than the same political rhetoric from entrenched Democrats. Pritzker’s failed FY26 budget showed…


Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Happy Birthday Doris!

I recently heard about Doris, a constituent of mine celebrating her 100th birthday! My legislative assistant was honored to present her with an official House certificate. Happy Birthday, Doris!