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Illinois Freedom Caucus: ‘See you Saturday Night in Marion!’

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Oct 6, 2023

The Illinois Freedom Caucus is set to host a public event to discuss crucial topics of legislation, politics, and the state budget.

Jacobs: "The new Illinois law limiting where people may file legal complaints for state constitutional violations is now facing its own lawsuit."

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Sep 15, 2023

The new Illinois law that restricts the locations where citizens can file lawsuits regarding the constitutionality of various laws is now facing its own legal challenge. Rep. Paul Jacobs recently brought attention to House Bill 3062, which has caused controversy among Illinois residents. The Liberty Justice Center filed a lawsuit on behalf of three St. Clair County residents, arguing that the law violates the Illinois Constitution by limiting their voting rights and stripping courts of jurisdiction over certain matters.

Windhorst: Food banks provide a crucial service to our communities as they help families across the state fight food "insecurity and find resources for living a healthy, happy life."

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Sep 2, 2023

In a Sept. 1 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst drew attention to the issue of food insecurity, which is an issue the state of Illinois takes seriously. The Illinois Commission to End Hunger reported that a study by Feeding America showed that every county in the state would see a 22% increase (or more) in food insecurity.

Jacobs: "Great news for economic development and tourism in Southern Illinois!"

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Aug 28, 2023

In an Aug. 26 Facebook post, Rep. Paul Jacobs celebrated the opening of Walker's Bluff Casino Resort in Carterville. The project included a 113-room hotel ,and gaming space with 14 table games, 650 slot machines and more.

Windhorst: "A firearms ban will do nothing to stop criminals bent on committing mass shootings or other acts of violence.”

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Aug 15, 2023

On Aug. 11, the Illinois State Supreme Court upheld the ban on semi-automatic firearms signed into law in January. Also on Aug. 11, Rep. Patrick Windhorst reacted to the 4-3 decision, and the dissent of Justice Mary K. O'Brien.

Jacobs: "I love shopping at local farmers markets for the freshest produce money can buy! Thank you to all who help bring food from farms to tables across the state of Illinois!"

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Aug 8, 2023

Farmers’ markets are a great way to connect with the people who put so much time and effort into growing the foods that we eat. In an Aug. 7 Facebook post, Rep. Paul Jacobs highlighted Farmers’ Market.

Jacobs on billions in overpayments during pandemic: 'Just one example of Pritzker's failure to manage state agencies'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Aug 1, 2023

The Pritzker administration has been under fire from Republicans for how the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) handled things during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rep. Jacobs: 'Democrats chose to end the back-to-school tax holiday this year despite the rising costs of supplies'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jul 18, 2023

Illinois parents have received sales tax holidays for back-to-school purchases for the past two years but will not get a tax holiday this year despite rising supply costs.

Bryant: 'Honored to be invited to attend the final interment of a U.S. Army hero'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jul 16, 2023

Sen. Terri Byrant (R-Murphysboro) paid her respects to Sgt. Howard G. Malcolm on July 12 when the Korean War vet was laid to rest in Mount Vernon.

Windhorst: 'Today marks the one-year anniversary of a great victory for the right to life'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jul 6, 2023

State Rep. Patrick Windhorst, R-117th, recently marked the anniversary of the reversal of Roe vs Wade.

Jacobs: 'Southern Illinois University Carbondale is launching a new online undergraduate program in elementary education this fall for working professionals, as part of its efforts to do everything possible to address teacher shortages'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jul 1, 2023

In a June 24 Facebook post, Rep. Paul Jacobs shared some news from Southern Illinois University Carbondale regarding teacher education.

Bost Bill Aims To Keep Prime Farmland In Production

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jul 1, 2023

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) is working to ensure that prime and unique farmland is used for farming by introducing legislation on June 27, 2023 that restricts access to federal tax credits for companies converting these properties into solar panels tracts.

Illinois' Friess: ISBE grant program will increase 'access to preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds across the state'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 27, 2023

State Rep. David Friess (R-Red Bud) issued a recent Facebook post informing the public about the Illinois State Board of Education's (ISBE) initiative to provide financial support for preschool programs.

Illinois' Bryant offers petition: 'I have heard your overwhelming desire for our state offices to return to normalcy'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 25, 2023

In a June 7 Facebook post, Illinois state Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) asked constituents if they were encountering issues with state office staffing levels.

Illinois' Jacobs on Choate: 'It's great to be able to talk to the staff representatives to go over the direction for the facility'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 24, 2023

In a Facebook post this week, Illinois state Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) shared some of his work to support the residents of Choate.

Rep. Jacobs: 'It's clear that the laws already on the books are not enough to prevent corruption in our state government'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 23, 2023

Businessman and son-in-law of a former Cook County assessor James T. Weiss has been found guilty of bribing a pair of then-Illinois Democrat state lawmakers and lying to the FBI.

Rep. Jacobs votes to allow noncitizens to become Illinois police officers

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 12, 2023

Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) voted to give noncitizens a path to become Illinois police officers, siding with a majority of state lawmakers in a recent action that one Republican senator called “a fundamentally bad idea.”

Bost signs letter to VA secretary saying, 'The Pride flag should never replace an American flag'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 10, 2023

A group of Republican members of Congress recently wrote a letter to U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough questioning the legality and purpose of displaying Pride flags at VA facilities during June, which is designated Pride Month.

Rep. Jacobs: '79 years ago today, Allied troops stormed the heavily fortified coast of Normandy to liberate Western Europe'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 9, 2023

In a June 6 Facebook post, Rep. Paul Jacobs highlighted the anniversary of D-Day.

Friess: 'The Illinois State Fair Box Office is opening for in-person grandstand ticket purchases'

By Carbondale Reporter Report | Jun 4, 2023

State Rep. David Friess (R-Red Bud) recently took to Facebook to provide valuable details on acquiring tickets for the highly anticipated Illinois State Fair.

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