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Monday, September 4, 2023
Labor Day!

Today we recognize the many contributions of American workers to the strength and prosperity of our nation. Wishing all a happy Labor Day!


Friday, September 1, 2023
National Food Bank Day

Food banks provide a crucial service to our communities as they help families across the state fight food insecurity and find resources for living a healthy, happy life. They are…


Wednesday, August 30, 2023
WTTW: Illinois Republicans Call for Stronger Ethics Reforms Following Conviction of Madigan’s Ex-Chief of Staff

In a recent interview with WTTW, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie discussed her newly filed legislation, that would end the practice of using campaign war chests for criminal defense attorneys. This is in…


Friday, August 25, 2023
ICYMI: Jury Convicts Madigan’s Longtime Chief of Staff on Perjury, Obstruction of Justice Charges

Yesterday, a federal jury convicted the right-hand man to former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, finding Tim Mapes guilty on charges of perjury and attempted obstruction of justice for lying…


Wednesday, August 23, 2023
McCombie Column: Override Pritzker Veto on Lifting Illinois’ Nuclear Ban

The fight to provide low-cost, reliable clean energy to Illinois families by growing our nuclear energy industry hit a roadblock this month as Governor Pritzker vetoed a bill I co-sponsored…


Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Rep. McCombie IL Farm Bureau ‘Adopt an Acre’ Program

State Representative Tony McCombie recently toured several area farms throughout the community. McCombie visited a grain and dairy heifer farm in Pearl City, a non-certified organic farm in Pecatonica, and…


Monday, August 21, 2023
House Republicans Urge Action at IDFPR

Last week, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie signed onto a letter spearheaded by Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) to the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Secretary…


Thursday, August 17, 2023
Bill Highlight: Honor & Remember Flag

A measure backed by State Representative Tony McCombie was recently signed into law. The legislation, SB1072, designates the Honor and Remember flag as the specific symbol to acknowledge American servicemen…


Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Bill Highlight: Road District Funds

Representative Tony McCombie recently had legislation she backed signed into law. Her bill, HB1465, helps local Road Districts by increasing the competitive bidding threshold to $30,000. This is an increase…


Sunday, August 13, 2023
Bill Highlight: Thank a Line Worker

Representative Tony McCombie had legislation recently signed into law to support line workers. Her bill, House Bill 3436, allows the issuance of the ‘Thank a Line Worker’ license plate decal…