State Representative David Friess released the following statement this evening following House Republicans leaving the House Floor in a unified protest: “For weeks, we’ve been in session. For weeks, Democrats…

With the 2025 tax season upon us, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR), and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), have both announced they began accepting and processing 2025 tax returns beginning on Monday, January…

Red Bud, IL…State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) has introduced HB1211, a bill to help address the teacher shortage facing Illinois schools. This legislation aims to make it easier for aspiring educators to…

Today, State Representative David Friess was appointed to multiple committees. He released the following statement: “I’m honored to have been appointed to several critical committees today that address the needs…

The Holocaust was an unimaginable tragedy that shook the very foundations of humanity. Between 1933 and 1945, the Nazi regime and its allies orchestrated the systematic murder of six million…

State Representative David Friess spoke on HB1206, his newly filed legislation aimed at addressing law enforcement shortages in Illinois through innovative student loan repayment assistance for former police officers. Read…

Springfield, IL…State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) has filed House Bill 1206, legislation aimed at addressing law enforcement shortages in Illinois through innovative student loan repayment assistance for former police…

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. His vision for equality, justice, and peace changed our nation and our world. Today and…

This month, the Illinois General Assembly returned to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can make it…