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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
MCCOMBIE RESPONDS TO DIRECTOR CHANGE AT DCFS

With the Department of Children and Family Services Director Marc Smith announcing his resignation effective December 31, 2023, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie released the following statement: “DCFS is undeniably…


Tuesday, October 3, 2023
The Home Depot: 2023 Illinois Retailer of the Year

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie attended the Illinois Retail Merchants Association’s annual luncheon, which gathered legislative and business leaders from across the state to honor IRMA’s own leadership and celebrate…


Monday, October 2, 2023
ICYMI: Illinois House Republicans Blast State Agency Audit

In a press conference on Friday, Illinois House Republicans renewed their calls for reform within the Department of Children and Family Services after another scathing audit of the agency. The two-year investigation…


Friday, September 29, 2023
House Republicans React to Disturbing Audit Reports and Agency Failings

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie discussed findings released this week by the Illinois Auditor General and pointed to a lack of transparency and accountability in state agencies at a press…


Friday, September 29, 2023
Illinois Chamber 2023 Luncheon

House Republican Leader Tony McCombie recently attended the Illinois Chamber’s 2023 annual luncheon event. McCombie was joined at the event by several of her colleagues; House Republican lawmakers gathered to…


Thursday, September 28, 2023
McCombie Issues Response to DCFS Audit

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie released the following statement after the Illinois Auditor General issued a scathing report on the Department of Children and Families Services: “Under this DCFS Administration,…


Wednesday, September 27, 2023
FREE Shred Event in Freeport

State Representative Tony McCombie is hosting an a Free Shred Event in Freeport on Saturday October 7th alongside State Representative John M. Cabello. The event will be held: Date: Saturday,…


Monday, September 25, 2023
Weekly News from Rep. McCombie

PRINCIPAL FOR THE DAY I recently served as “Principal for the Day” at Oregon Jr/Sr High School through a program sponsored by the Illinois Principal’s Association that works to get…


Sunday, September 24, 2023
Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day

On Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day we honor the families who have lost a loved one in service to our nation. Let us never forget the sacrifice of our…


Friday, September 22, 2023
McCombie Visits First Local School As “Principal for the Day”

State Representative Tony McCombie served as Principal for the Day at Oregon Jr/Sr High School through a program sponsored by the Illinois Principal’s Association that works to get state lawmakers…