Senate Republicans introduce anti-corruption legislative package 9/24/2020 Seek to enhance ability to enforce existing laws, ensure legislators serve public interest Read more about Senate Republicans introduce anti-corruption legislative package
Governor’s political games put Illinoisans at disadvantage for federal unemployment benefits 9/12/2020 For someone who often says he is looking out for our most vulnerable, this is quite the contradiction. Read more about Governor’s political games put Illinoisans at disadvantage for federal unemployment benefits
We will never forget 9/10/2020 September 11 is a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Read more about We will never forget
Paying tribute to Abraham Lincoln and to Rotary in Macomb! 9/8/2020 What a wonderful tribute to one of Illinois’ favorite residents, and to the outstanding work done by Rotary International! Read more about Paying tribute to Abraham Lincoln and to Rotary in Macomb!
Happy Labor Day! 9/7/2020 Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Read more about Happy Labor Day!
Driver’s license date extended for people ages 75 and older 9/2/2020 New expiration date will be one year from current 2020 expiration date. Read more about Driver’s license date extended for people ages 75 and older
Ethics reforms are long overdue! 8/25/2020 Action on an issue as important as ethics should not wait. Read more about Ethics reforms are long overdue!
Sen. Tracy named Champion of Free Enterprise by Illinois Chamber of Commerce 8/21/2020 The Chamber honors legislators who have made special contributions to the defense of free enterprise, and the furtherance of economic opportunities for Illinoisans. Read more about Sen. Tracy named Champion of Free Enterprise by Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Women's right to vote! 8/18/2020 August 18, 2020, marks 100 years since the 19th Amendment was ratified, guaranteeing women the right to vote. Read more about Women's right to vote!
Senator Tracy opposes Pritzker Administration rule that requires businesses to enforce mask use 8/11/2020 A rule change by the Pritzker Administration will have wide-ranging implications for Illinois’ small-business owners and residents. Read more about Senator Tracy opposes Pritzker Administration rule that requires businesses to enforce mask use
Sen. Tracy, Rep. Hammond to host Blood Drive Aug. 11 in Macomb 8/10/2020 The Blood Drive is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Aug. 11, at the MVRBC Donor Bus, 331 N. Lafayette St. in Macomb. Read more about Sen. Tracy, Rep. Hammond to host Blood Drive Aug. 11 in Macomb
Little progress to show, one year after Property Tax Relief Task Force created 8/4/2020 Instead of celebrating relief for Illinois’ over-burdened property tax payers, Senate Republican members of the Task Force are calling for a renewed focus on property tax reforms. Read more about Little progress to show, one year after Property Tax Relief Task Force created
Department of Agriculture warns against unsolicited seeds 7/29/2020 Anyone who receives unordered seeds in the mail should contact the Illinois Department of Agriculture. Read more about Department of Agriculture warns against unsolicited seeds
Shout-out to Quincy Neighborhood Federation collecting school supplies 7/26/2020 Another of the countless reasons that our region is such a wonderful place to call home! Read more about Shout-out to Quincy Neighborhood Federation collecting school supplies
Beware of unemployment assistance fraud! 7/24/2020 The Illinois Department of Employment Security is taking steps to crack down on fraud schemes involving the state’s federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance programs. Read more about Beware of unemployment assistance fraud!
Senate Republican Caucus calls on Madigan to step aside as Speaker 7/21/2020 Statement by Illinois Senate Republican Caucus calling on Michael Madigan to step aside as Speaker of the Illinois House Read more about Senate Republican Caucus calls on Madigan to step aside as Speaker
Happy Independence Day! 7/3/2020 This year marks the 244th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Read more about Happy Independence Day!
Illinois moves to Phase 4 of re-opening plan on June 26 6/24/2020 Illinois is finally set to move into Phase 4 of the re-opening plan on June 26! Read more about Illinois moves to Phase 4 of re-opening plan on June 26
Apply for Business Interruption Grants (BIG) program 6/23/2020 Application information for the BIG program is now available! Read more about Apply for Business Interruption Grants (BIG) program
Happy Father's Day! 6/21/2020 Father's Day is a day of honoring fatherhood and paternal bonds, as well as the influence of fathers in society. Read more about Happy Father's Day!
Happy Flag Day! 6/14/2020 Flag Day is celebrated in the United States on June 14! Read more about Happy Flag Day!
Pre-register for driver's license online! 6/12/2020 Cut your waiting time at the Driver Services counter! Read more about Pre-register for driver's license online!
Senators ask Pritzker to advance re-opening plan 6/10/2020 We have asked the Governor to allow Illinois to move to Phase 4 effective June 12. Read more about Senators ask Pritzker to advance re-opening plan
Let's talk tonight at 7:10 p.m.! 6/3/2020 Please join my Teleforum at 7:10 p.m. on June 3 to talk about the issues facing us all as citizens of Illinois. Read more about Let's talk tonight at 7:10 p.m.!
Secretary of State offices reopening June 1 and 2 5/27/2020 Jesse White announces reopening plan with expanded hours. Read more about Secretary of State offices reopening June 1 and 2