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Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Sparland to receive grant dollars for sewer improvements

State Rep. Ryan Spain shared on Monday that the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity contacted him to announce the Village of Sparland will receive $61,521 to replace the…


Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Neponset to receive grant dollars for water tower improvements

State Rep. Ryan Spain shared on Monday that the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity contacted him to announce the Village of Neponset will receive $341,865 for water tower…


Wednesday, March 1, 2017
How to help Washburn residents following Feb. 28 tornado

From Rep. Ryan Spain: I went out to Washburn this morning to meet with Mayor Werner Elliott following the Tornado that touched down there on Tuesday evening. At least eight…


Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Spain: Spurring Economic Growth Critical to Budget Fix

State Rep. Ryan Spain issued the following statement following Governor Rauner’s Budget Address on Wednesday:   “I agree with the Governor that spurring economic growth is critical to the budget…


Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Video: Rep Spain asks for moment of silence for fallen Navy SEAL, Chief Special Warfare Operator William “Ryan” Owens, on Illinois House Floor

Friday, February 3, 2017
Rep. Spain’s Committee Work to Focus on Human Services & Economic Development

State Rep. Ryan Spain announced on Friday that he has received committee appointments to seven committees as the 100thGeneral Assembly commences.   Among critical committee appointments for the newly elected…


Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Spain Statement on Caterpillar HQ Move from Peoria

“I strongly oppose Caterpillar’s decision to move their corporate headquarters from Peoria. This is terrible for our community and I cannot begin to express my disappointment and heartache. Peoria has…


Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Rep. Ryan Spain: Governor focused on the serious challenges facing Illinois

State Rep. Ryan Spain issued the following statement following the Governor’s State of the State Address:   “The State of the State address showcased areas of improvement in Illinois, but…


Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Rep. Ryan Spain votes NO on Illinois House Rules, says they “stifle democratic debate”

State Rep. Ryan Spain took little time in Springfield after inauguration to sharpen  criticism of the process by which legislation is considered and debated in the Illinois House.   “The…


Thursday, January 12, 2017
Q&A: Newly inaugurated Rep. Ryan Spain discusses priorities (from Peoria Journal Star- Jan. 12, 2017)

Ryan Spain was sworn in Wednesday afternoon to the state House, replacing longtime Rep. David Leitch, who retired. Earlier in the week, the Peoria Republican sat down with the Journal…