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Thursday, June 15, 2023
FY 2024 Early Childhood Block Grants Extended

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has extended the deadline for Early Childhood Block Grants, which are aimed at increasing access to preschool in places with critical access gaps….


Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Happy Flag Day!

246 years ago today, Old Glory was adopted as the official flag of our great nation. Since its adoption, the American flag has proudly served as a symbol of freedom…


Monday, June 12, 2023
Emerging Women Leaders in the 89th District

State Representative Tony McCombie recently celebrated local leaders in her district. The event was part of the House Republican’s larger ‘Emerging Women Leaders’ recognition event, which brought female leaders nominated…


Sunday, June 11, 2023
It’s Corn on the Cob Day!

Today is National Corn on the Cob Day! It is an extra special day because Illinois’ official state vegetable is Sweet Corn. Don’t miss an opportunity to celebrate today.


Saturday, June 10, 2023
House Republicans Tour CITGO

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie recently visited and toured the CITGO refinery in Lemont. McCombie joined several members of the House Republican caucus for the event, where they listened to…


Sunday, June 4, 2023
Illinois State Police Now Recruiting

The Illinois State Police Merit Board is processing applications for a Traditional Cadet Class, and a Fast Track Class.  Both classes are tentatively scheduled to begin in April 2024.  Since…


Saturday, June 3, 2023
Government Transparency: Amending the Legislative Information Systems Act

State Representative Tony McCombie filed legislation earlier this year to encourage transparency in state government. The initiative, HB3207, would amend the Legislative Information System Act to make video recordings of…


Monday, May 22, 2023
Legislative Session Extended

Last Friday was the scheduled end of legislative session in Illinois House, but due to the Democrat majority’s failure to present a budget proposal, that scheduled adjournment has been extended….


Thursday, May 18, 2023
The Blue-Collar Jobs Act Reinstated

A major policy initiative created by Illinois House Republicans is finally being implemented after a multi-year delay by Governor JB Pritzker. The announcement came yesterday, and was welcomed by House…


Tuesday, May 16, 2023
It’s Sneakers and Suits Day!

Today in the Capitol, lawmakers are wearing sneakers to legislative session to raise awareness for cancer research and show support for the American Cancer Society. House Minority Leader Tony McCombie participated in the…