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Friday, February 2, 2024
IDNR, Amateur Trapshooting Association ink deal to host Grand American at World Shooting Complex Through 2036

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) have signed a contract extension that clears the way for the World Shooting and Recreational…


Thursday, February 1, 2024
Rep. Friess Commends Illinois Sheriff’s Association for Sustaining College Scholarship Program

State Representative David Friess is proud to acknowledge the Illinois Sheriff’s Association (ISA) for its unwavering commitment to education through the continuation of the College Scholarship Program. Since its inception…


Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Illinois Dentists Give a Smile to Children in Need

The Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) Program was launched nationally in 2003 by the American Dental Association. Every year, over 6,000 dentists and 30,000 dental team members volunteer at GKAS events to…


Friday, January 26, 2024
Illinoisans Remember the Holocaust

On January 27, the world commemorates the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The Holocaust was the state-sponsored persecution and mass murder of millions of European Jews, Romani…


Thursday, January 25, 2024
Rep. Friess’ Office Holds Womens Leadership Initiative Success Dinner

Our team gathered for dinner at the 1860 Public House in Red Bud to share the successes of this session. In attendance were State Representative David Friess and staff,  District…


Wednesday, January 24, 2024
House Republicans Renew Call for Ethics Reforms

As the tangled web of Democrats’ corruption continues to unwind over and over in federal court, Illinois House Republicans have renewed calls for needed ethics reforms. The list of convictions continues to…


Friday, January 19, 2024
The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Your House Warm During Winter

As cold air settles in outside, it’s vitally important to keep your house as warm and safe as possible. Winter weather can be brutal in Illinois, especially in the northern…


Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Illinois General Assembly Set to Convene for Start of 2024 Spring Session

The Illinois House of Representatives will reconvene today at 2pm. Primary business of the House during its first week of the 2024 session will be to hear newly introduced bills…


Monday, January 15, 2024
Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the legacy of Dr. King’s nonviolent campaign to end racial discrimination in state and federal law. Today, let us remember the words and work…


Friday, January 12, 2024
How to Engage with the 2024 Spring Legislative Session

Starting this month, the Illinois General Assembly will return to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can…