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Saturday, June 14, 2025
June 14th: A Tribute to Our Nation’s Symbol

Each year on June 14, we celebrate Flag Day, commemorating the Continental Congress’s adoption of the Stars and Stripes in 1777. More than just a symbol, the American flag represents…


Friday, June 13, 2025
Leader McCombie responds to former Speaker Michael Madigan sentencing

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie issued the following statement in response to former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan being sentenced to 7.5 years in prison, a $2.5 million fine,…


Thursday, June 12, 2025
McCombie Awarded Honorary FFA Degree

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie attended the FFA’s 97th State Convention yesterday in Springfield. The Leader was recognized for her support of FFA and awarded an honorary degree. After…


Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Final Call for Spring Photos

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is issuing a final call for her Spring Photo Contest! Any submissions should be sent to [email protected] as soon as possible. As a reminder, interested area…


Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Spreading Awareness for Kidney Disease

According to two House Resolutions passed in Springfield this year, June 10th is declared FSGS Awareness Day for Kidney Disease. Today, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is helping spread awareness…


Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Illinois on the Hook for Never-Built Migrant Tent Encampment

In a recent article in the Chicago Tribune, it is reported that Illinois taxpayers are on the hook for a $1.3 million-dollar migrant tent encampment. However, the site was never…


Monday, June 9, 2025
Weekly News from Leader McCombie

BUDGET/TAXES Democrats Pass $55.2 Billion Budget. Another year, another budget, and another near-record-breaking spending increase. Just before midnight on the last day of the legislative session, Illinois House Democrats passed the FY26…


Monday, June 9, 2025
Budget Talk: Pork Projects

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie discussed the new FY26 state budget, which includes a $40 million line item for the House Speaker’s district. McCombie talks about that pork, in…


Friday, June 6, 2025
Fun Facts: Sweet Corn Edition

In preparation for the fourth annual Sweet Corn Day Celebration, House Minority Leader Tony McCombie is sharing some fun facts about Sweet Corn! Did you know that sweet corn is…


Friday, June 6, 2025
McCombie Backs Educational Career Opportunity for Students

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie passed legislation this spring to encourage more young people to pursue work-based learning experiences. Her bill, House Bill 2802, would amend the school code…