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Friday, June 10, 2022
State Rep. David Friess Weekly Update – 6/10/2022

Gas Prices Continue to Rise Illinois is one of ten U.S. States currently sitting at gas rates of over $5/gallon. The dismal news, already familiar to many motorists, was made…


Wednesday, June 8, 2022
MoDOT to Hold Community Briefing on Chester Bridge

The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a community briefing to discuss future plans to replace the Chester Bridge. The bridge over the Mississippi River will be replaced using the…


Friday, June 3, 2022
State Rep. David Friess Weekly Update – 6/3/2022

Pritzker Releases Two Convicted Murderers Just ahead of the Memorial Day Weekend, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Prisoner Review Board (PRB) voted to release two convicted murderers, prompting renewed calls from House…


Wednesday, May 25, 2022
Photo: BackStoppers now in Perry and Randolph Counties

I would like to thank David Houston for introducing me to all of the dedicated members of the Backstoppers organization. It is my honor to welcome Perry County Illinois Backstopper’s…


Friday, May 20, 2022
State Rep. David Friess Weekly Update – 5/20/2022

Pritzker Continues to Make Excuses for DCFS DCFS Director Marc Smith has been held in contempt of court for a shocking 11th time. The record 11th citation concerns the case…


Monday, May 9, 2022
Friess Has Two Bills Signed into Law

Springfield… Through a cooperative and bipartisan effort in Springfield this year, State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) led two bills through the General Assembly with wide, bipartisan support. The new…


Friday, April 29, 2022
State Rep. David Friess’ Weekly Update – 4/29/22

Discussion about the Pierre Menard Home Today I met with Department of Natural Resources Deputy Director Natalie Finnie to discuss the Pierre Menard home in Randolph County. The historical site…


Friday, April 22, 2022
State Rep. David Friess Weekly Update – 4/22/2022

Session Adjourned The Illinois House and Senate held its final week of the scheduled 2022 spring session and then adjourned in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 9. The…


Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Friess to Host Prescription Drug Take Back Event

On Monday, April 18th, Rep. David Friess (R-Red Bud) will be hosting a Prescription Drug Drop Off in partnership with the Sparta Police Department. This FREE event will take place…


Monday, April 11, 2022
Budget is Nothing More than Smoke and Mirrors

State Representative David Friess (R-Red Bud) released the following statement after the Illinois Democrats passed a $45 billion budget late Friday night: “Last year when I was sworn into office,…