“Coffee and a Danish are on me…and we can talk about the budget, help you may need with a state agency, or an idea you have for legislation. I hope…

Rep. Friess and his team were honored to host an incredible group of local leaders, innovators, and statewide organizations Thursday for meaningful conversations about how we’re driving progress across our…

Governor JB Pritzker is testifying before the Full Committee on Oversight and Government Reform this morning to try to defend Illinois’ failed sanctuary state policies. The fact of the matter…

We need structural reforms to get Illinois’ fiscal house in order. Gimmicks and tax hikes aren’t the answer.

“Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Shred Event this past Saturday! It was an excellent opportunity to connect with the community and offer a helpful service to folks…

June 6 marks D-Day, the anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy in 1944. It was a turning point in World War II and a moment of extraordinary courage, sacrifice,…

Illinois has one of the most challenging estate tax laws in the country, one which ensnares family farms and sometimes forces the sale of a piece of property just to…

“Thank you to everyone in Columbia who joined me for coffee today at Cafe on the Abbey. It was a good morning with great discussion! We have several more Coffees…

In the dead of night Saturday Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly forced through a $55.2 billion state budget, a near spending record. State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) cast…

Budget season is here. Make sure you’re prepared for this year’s state spending plan by learning the warning signs. ⚠ #BudgetWatch