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Friday, March 14, 2025
Math Rules!

Happy International Day of Mathematics, and National Pi Day!


Thursday, March 13, 2025
Wallethub: Illinois is the WORST state for combined taxes

Illinoisans face the HIGHEST effective state and local tax rates in the nation making us the worst state for taxes. Read more here from Wallethub:  https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-states-to-be-a-taxpayer/2416. This trend can’t continue,…


Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Happy Birthday Girl Scouts!

On this day in 1912, the National Girl Scouts of America was founded. Since then, this organization has been encouraging the next generation of women to become leaders and make…


Monday, March 10, 2025
Rep. Friess’ Women’s Leadership Initiative Celebrates Past and Future Leaders

Women’s History Month is the perfect time to encourage and support the future women leaders of Illinois. You can learn more about Rep Friess’ Women’s Leadership Initiative here: repfriesswli.com Here’s…


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…


Saturday, March 8, 2025
Celebrating Women!

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women across the world. Let’s continue to uplift, support, and empower women today and for generations to come!


Friday, March 7, 2025
Illinois’ Truancy Problem

Illinois schools are still struggling with chronic absence problems. Here’s how some educators are making sure students get to class. https://www.nprillinois.org/2025-03-04/illinois-schools-are-still-trying-to-solve-persistent-chronic-absence-problems


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…


Thursday, March 6, 2025
Smile…It’s National Dentists Day

It’s National Dentists Day! Today we recognize the dedicated professionals who care for our smiles. Their care goes beyond oral health as dentists play an essential role in our overall…


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…