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Sunday, March 30, 2025
Friess, House Republicans Continue the Fight to Gerrymandering in Illinois

Gerrymandered maps rig elections. Here’s the latest on our Illinois Supreme Court case against Democrats’ gerrymandered legislative maps. Learn more about our efforts to overturn these unfair maps at RedoRemap.com….


Sunday, March 9, 2025
Fighting for Property Tax Relief

Illinoisans are paying double what the average American family pays in property taxes according to a new study released by WalletHub. The survey shows Illinois homeowners will pay more than…


Thursday, March 6, 2025
Fighting for Homeschool Families’ Rights

Today was Homeschool Lobby Day at the State Capitol and Rep. Friess proudly stands with homeschool families and advocates to protect their rights. This year, Democrats have proposed legislation (HB…


Wednesday, February 26, 2025
What to Know About REAL IDs

Not everyone needs a REAL ID! But if you do, the REAL ID deadline will be here before you know it! Here’s what you should know about getting a REAL…


Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Rep. Friess Comments on Governor’s State of the State and Budget Address

Red Bud, IL… Rep. Friess gave the following statement after the conclusion of Governor Pritzker’s combined State of the State and Budget Address today in Springfield. “If Democrats continue down this…


Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Illinois General Assembly to hear Governor’s budget priorities today

Governor Pritzker will deliver the State of the State and budget address to the Illinois General Assembly today at noon in Springfield. Legislators from the House of Representatives and the…


Thursday, February 13, 2025
Friess Frame

As your State Representative, I want to ensure you stay informed about the issues impacting our community. From standing up for meaningful legislation to addressing our state’s teacher shortage and…


Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Rep. Friess Responds to Madigan Verdict

Today, Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts of conspiracy, bribery, and wire fraud. In response, State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) released the following…


Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Rep. Friess Introduces Legislation to Repeal Illinois’ FOID Card Requirement

Red Bud, IL…State Representative David Friess recently filed House Bill 1232, a measure that would repeal the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act in Illinois. “Illinois remains one of the…


Thursday, February 6, 2025
Celebrating Illinois’ Favorite Son, Ronald Reagan

Ronald Wilson Reagan, born on February 6, 1911, in the modest village of Tampico, Illinois, rose from humble beginnings to become the 40th President of the United States. His journey…