Springfield… Wednesday evening, House Democrats advanced SB 2803, which appropriates $2.7 billion in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds towards the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund. The bill that was…

State Representative Tony McCombie is once again bringing the 71st District to Springfield with her photo contest. Participants will be asked to submit a photo that best represents the people…

Reps. Tony McCombie and Michael Halpin recently hosted students from from the YMCA Youth and Government General Assembly – United Township Delegation. The students were able to meet with State…

On behalf of the Illinois Irish Caucus, I want to wish you all a Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Just across the river, Governor Kim Reynolds of Iowa is taking strides in lifting the tax burden on her citizens. Here in Illinois, we have been wasting valuable time and…

In a condensed session, things are moving quickly. Friday was the deadline for the 3rd Reading of House Bills and I am excited to say that five of my bills…

The Illinois Manufacturers Association, in partnership with Comcast Business, has opened its 3rd Annual Makers Madness contest. Makers Madness is an online contest highlighting Illinois manufacturers and the many wonderful…

A new report alleges a blind trust set up to manage Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s fortune bought stock in one of Illinois’ biggest contractors.  According to the non-partisan Better Government Association, the…