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Thursday, August 17, 2023
Happy National Nonprofit Day!

Thank you to the nonprofits that serve our communities across the state! The dedication of those who work and volunteer for these organizations is unmatched and their advocacy makes Illinois…


Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Big Muddy Monster embraced by Southern Illinois community

The legend of the Big Muddy Monster began 50 years ago and locals are now embracing its heritage in the southern Illinois community of Murphysboro. Residents reported multiple sightings of…


Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Friess Frame 8/15/23

Thank You for a Successful Senior Fair (VIDEO) Rep. Friess and Sen. Bryant to Host Empowering Seniors: A Round Table Discussion Event After hosting a successful Senior Fair together, I’m…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Friess Statement on Illinois Supreme Court Gun Ban Ruling

Today, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to uphold legislation enforcing a gun ban in Illinois. Rep. Friess released the following statement following the ruling: “Right from the start, myself…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Friess Thanks You for a Successful Senior Fair (VIDEO)

Below is a video from Sen. Bryant’s and Rep. Friess’ Senior Fair this past Tuesday, where Rep. Friess thanks everyone for participating in the event.


Thursday, August 10, 2023
Rep. Friess and Sen. Bryant to Host Empowering Seniors: A Round Table Discussion Event

After hosting a successful Senior Fair together, State Representative David Friess and Senator Terri Bryant are joining together again to host “Empowering Seniors: A Round Table Discussion.” This event will…


Tuesday, August 8, 2023
HB3456 Signed into Law: Rep. Friess Comments  

State Representative David Friess’ (R-Redbud) legislation (HB3456) to protect and develop the World Shooting and Recreational Complex, a Department of Natural Resources facility in Sparta, IL., was signed into law…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Rep. Friess and Sen. Bryant Senior Fair in Red Bud TOMORROW

Please come to this year’s FREE senior fair to receive helpful guides, literature, and other resources from a variety of state, county, and local senior service agencies. General Assembly staff…


Friday, August 4, 2023
Rep. Friess Responds to Motion to Halt Crisis Pregnancy Center Law

After a federal judge granted a motion to immediately halt a new law targeting crisis pregnancy centers, Rep. Friess issued the following statement: “I am proud to stand with my…


Thursday, August 3, 2023
Illinois Wine Industry Thriving and Continues to Grow: Rep. Friess Comments

With at least 165 wineries and over 100 miles of wine trails, the wine industry in Illinois is thriving and the growth has been exponential in the last 30 years….