Illinois State Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro)
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Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro)
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Illinois sees rising state spending amid debates over budget priorities
State government spending in Illinois has increased by nearly 40 percent over the past seven years under Governor JB Pritzker, according to recent reports.
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Former Governor Jim Edgar remembered; new legislation proposed honoring Charlie Kirk
Jim Edgar, the 38th Governor of Illinois who served from 1991 to 1999, passed away on September 14, 2025, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
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Illinois Senate Republicans announce Veterans Day tribute; Sen. Bryant comments on current events
The Illinois Senate Republican Caucus will host its annual Veterans Day Wall of Honor display at the Statehouse from October 28 to November 13.
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Pritzker’s Prisoner Review Board appointments draw scrutiny; new relief measures proposed by GOP lawmakers
Governor JB Pritzker has appointed Timothy Nugent and Tracy Buckley to the Illinois Prisoner Review Board (PRB), drawing renewed criticism from Senate Republicans who continue to question the board’s transparency and the qualifications of its...
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Illinois faces scrutiny over cashless bail as new laws impact schools, energy bills, police dogs
Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.
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Terri Bryant highlights DuQuoin State Fair events and welcomes Manner Polymers
Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant shared updates on local events at the DuQuoin State Fair and welcomed Manner Polymers to Jefferson County in late August 2025.
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Terri Bryant voices opposition to SB328 and highlights recent community events
Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant posted criticisms of Senate Bill 328 on August 16, citing concerns for jobs and families.
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Senator Bryant raises concerns over new lawsuit law; highlights updates on licensing and school safety
Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 328 into law, expanding the ability for individuals across the country to file lawsuits against businesses registered in Illinois, regardless of whether the dispute is connected to the state.
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Senator Bryant calls for urgent state action on Monroe County levee threat
State Senator Terri Bryant is urging the state to take immediate action to address a critical scour hole in the Stringtown Levee located in rural Monroe County.
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Audit finds continued problems at DCFS; new laws address farming transition
A recent report from the Illinois Auditor General has found that the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) continues to face significant issues.
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Senate Republicans criticize governor’s record on redistricting and new gun law
Senate Republicans have criticized Governor JB Pritzker for his recent comments on redistricting in other states, arguing that he lacks credibility due to his actions in Illinois.
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Senate Republicans urge governor’s veto on SB 328 amid legal reform concerns
Senate Republicans are maintaining pressure on Governor J.B. Pritzker to veto Senate Bill 328, a measure they say would make Illinois more attractive for lawsuits unrelated to the state and raise costs for employers and families.
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Terri Bryant issues statement following fatal Mount Vernon shooting
Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant addressed the public on July 27, 2025, after a shooting incident in Mount Vernon left two dead and several injured.
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Terri Bryant discusses mining event participation and responds to Mount Vernon tragedy
Illinois State Senator Terri Bryant posted about her involvement at a mining industry event with fellow lawmakers on July 26-27, thanked parade volunteers enduring summer heat across Southern Illinois towns, and issued condolences after a fatal...
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Illinois faces electricity rate hikes amid political debate
Earlier this year, Ameren and ComEd announced significant increases in summer electricity rates.
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Illinois signs PBM reform bill; library grants awarded
Legislation aimed at reforming the practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) has been signed into law in Illinois.
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Governor Pritzker signs controversial bill altering prisoner review board structure
Illinois Republicans are expressing concern over a new law that alters the structure of the state's Prisoner Review Board (PRB).
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Terri Bryant shares personal moments and travel adventures on social media
Terri Bryant celebrated her husband's birthday and documented scenic visits to Red Rock and the Grand Canyon through tweets dated June 19-21, 2025.
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Senator Bryant calls for funding to save historic Modoc Ferry
State Senator Terri Bryant has initiated a petition urging the Governor to allocate state funding to preserve the Modoc Ferry.
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Illinois General Assembly passes record-breaking budget with significant tax increases
Governor J.B. Pritzker's spending plan, which includes nearly one billion dollars in tax increases and financial strategies, has passed the General Assembly as of May 31.