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Friday, November 22, 2024
House Republicans: Irresponsible Budgeting by the Supermajority Has Led to a $3.2 Billion Deficit

Illinois House Republicans are reacting to the Pritzker Administration’s announcement of a $3.2 billion projected budget deficit for FY26. The lawmakers have repeatedly voiced concerns about the state’s budget process,…


Friday, November 22, 2024
Rep. Spain Hosting Annual Veterans Resources Fair Dec. 2

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) is hosting his second annual Veterans Resources Fair for constituents on Monday, December 2, at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton. The free…


Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Rep. Spain Calls on Pritzker to Drop Gubernatorial Macho Man Routine & Work with Republicans

As the fall Veto Session has gotten underway, speaking at a press conference discussing Republican priorities in the Illinois House, State Rep. Ryan Spain called on Gov. Pritzker to drop…


Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Spain, Republican Leaders Provide Veto Session Update

Speaking at press conference at the State Capitol, Illinois House Republican Leaders provide an update on the fall veto session.


Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Spain Continues Call for Ethics Reform as Veto Session Begins

Lawmakers return to Springfield today for the first day of the two-week fall Veto Session. Despite the backdrop of ex-House Speaker Michael Madigan’s ongoing federal corruption trial, Illinois Democrats continue…


Friday, November 8, 2024
Rep. Spain Launches 7th Annual Holiday Diaper Drive to Support Local Families

State Representative Ryan Spain (R-73rd District) invites constituents to spread some holiday cheer to families in need this year by donating to his annual Holiday Diaper Drive. The holiday season…


Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Stay Safe on the Roads During Deer-Mating Season

Scenic drives are a must in Illinois in autumn and with the height of fall colors, people will be spending a lot of time on the road. The Illinois Department…


Tuesday, September 24, 2024
IDOT Hiring for Winter Snow Removal

From the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT): The Illinois Department of Transportation District 3 is taking applications for seasonal positions to help with snow and ice removal in Bureau, La Salle,…


Monday, September 9, 2024
Democrats’ Rushed, Sweeping Election Interference Law Found Unconstitutional

The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court ruling that declared a controversial sweeping election law passed by Illinois Democrats unconstitutional. Senate Bill 2412, which House Republicans nicknamed the “Katie…


Friday, August 16, 2024
Rep. Spain Bill to Improve Revitalization Efforts of Blighted Communities Signed Into Law

Legislation carried in the Illinois House of Representatives by Deputy House Minority Leader Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) has been signed into law by the Governor. The legislation, Senate Bill 2936, expands…