Andrew Chesney

ILLINOIS STATE SENATOR
45TH DISTRICT

Senator Andrew Chesney to Host Three IPASS on Demand Events with IL Tollway

In an effort to help motorists update their IPASS technology to the new stickers that are replacing plastic transponders, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is partnering with the Illinois Tollway and local mayors/village presidents for three IPASS on Demand events prior to the end of the year. “Officials from the Illinois Tollway will be on […]

Senator Andrew Chesney’s Week in Review

Chesney to Host Three Tollway IPASS on Demand Events In an effort to help motorists update their IPASS technology to the new stickers that are replacing plastic transponders, my staff and I are in the process of organizing three IPASS on Demand events that will be held prior to the end of the year. Please […]

Thank an Illinois Farmer

This time of year, motorists share the road with a special group of people who measure time by the acre rather than by the hour. Its harvest season in Illinois! Agriculture is the top industry in Illinois and a key driver of our state’s economy. This is due to the rich, fertile soil, and temperate […]

Senator Chesney’s Week in Review

Chesney Welcomes Association of Equipment Manufacturers to Oregon Last week we had a lot of fun when the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Express Bus Tour made a stop at E.D. Etnyre & Company in Oregon. I enjoyed talking with Vice Chair of the Board Don Etnyre, CEO Ganesh Iyer, and several employees of this equipment […]

Senator Andrew Chesney’s Week in Review

Chesney Meets with Local Officials to Discuss Issues and Receive Updates With veto session set to begin in a few weeks and the 2025 session on the horizon, last week I had an opportunity to meet with two public officials in the 45th District to discuss local needs and concerns and to receive updates on […]

As Madigan Corruption Trial Begins, Legislators Still Won’t Address Ethics

Political corruption undermines and erodes public trust in government. There should be no place in our political landscape for those who would use their elected position for personal gain. On this, there should be full bipartisan agreement. This week, the highest profile political corruption trial of our time will take center stage in a federal […]

Senator Chesney’s Week in Review

Senator Andrew Chesney Named Champion of Free Enterprise by Illinois Chamber of Commerce I am pleased to announce that I have been named a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce for strongly defending free enterprise and advocating for the furtherance of economic opportunities for all Illinoisans. Through the votes I took on […]

Senator Andrew Chesney Announces $81,150 Literacy Grant for Highland Community College

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has announced that Highland Community College (HCC) is receiving an $81,150 Adult Literacy Grant through the Secretary of State’s Adult Literacy Program. Funding for the program comes from state and federal sources. “I am always glad to see state and federal grant dollars coming back to the 45th District,” said […]

Senator Andrew Chesney Named Champion of Free Enterprise by Illinois Chamber of Commerce

State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has been named a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce for strongly defending free enterprise and advocating for the furtherance of economic opportunities for all Illinoisans. Chesney earned an “A” grade for his votes on the scorecard. “Senator Andrew Chesney has long been an outspoken advocate […]