Over $510 Million to be Spent on District 45 Transportation Improvements in Six-Year Infrastructure Improvement Plan
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is pleased to announce that over $510 million in state and local highway improvements are coming to the 45th Senate District through the State of Illinois’ recently-unveiled six-year infrastructure improvement plan. “Illinois is the transportation hub of the Midwest, and I am pleased to see that maintaining and improving our […]
Senator Chesney Denounces Rockton Library Board’s Decision to Host Drag Show
On Monday night, the Talcott Free Library Board of Trustees failed to overturn a recently scheduled drag show event at the Rockton Library. The event has been billed as a place for youth to learn about drag queens, and prior to the meeting, a large group of protesters gathered outside to show their opposition or support of the […]
The Next Generation of Leaders in Illinois
There is no denying Illinois has an outmigration problem. And it is not just retired people leaving Illinois for warmer climates. The most recent data available show that Illinois is losing residents of all age ranges and income brackets. Census estimates claim Illinois’ population shrank by over 104,000 people between July 2021 and July 2022. […]
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
Legislators left Springfield toward the end of May with a record-high budget in place for the fiscal year that begins July 1 of this year. The budget and its implementation document, commonly known as the BIMP, are two of more than 500 bills that now await final action by the Governor. He can sign them, veto them in part […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to New Trump Indictment
News broke Thursday evening that former President Donald Trump has been indicted on charges connected to his handling of classified national security documents. In response to the news, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) issued the following statement: “This is a sad day for America. These are serious charges that President Trump will need to defend. […]
Chesney Urges Northwest Illinois Residents Not to Fall for Governor’s Fancy Budget Rhetoric during Freeport Visit
On Tuesday, June 6, Governor JB Pritzker brought his “budget amplification tour” to the City of Freeport. The Freeport visit is one of many across Illinois the Governor is using to garner support for the $50.6 billion budget just passed by the General Assembly. The budget passed despite bipartisan opposition. In response to the visit, […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Offers Free Pass to Many Chicagoland Museums and Zoos
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) invites residents of the 45th District to take advantage of a free Constituent Education Resource Card that is available through his legislative office in Freeport. The resource card provides free entry for up to four people to several of Chicagoland’s world-class museums and zoos. Any resident of the 45th District […]
Senator Andrew Chesney, Durand Mayor Sheila Hoffman to Partner on Free Document Shredding Event on June 10
On Saturday, June 10, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) and Durand Mayor Sheila Hoffman are partnering for a free document shredding event at Durand High School’s west parking lot. A shred truck will be on-site at the school, located at 200 West South Street in Durand, from 9:00 AM until 12:00 noon, and documents will […]
Senator Chesney Blasts Democrats’ FY 2024 Budget
On Thursday night the Senate approved a Fiscal Year 2024 budget that spends over $50 billion. After the 34 to 22 vote, State Senator Andrew Chesney, who voted against the budget, issued the following statement: “This is yet another out-of-touch budget filled with misplaced priorities that cater to the extremes of the Democratic base […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Fights to Make “Invest in Kids” Tax Credit Scholarship Program Permanent in Illinois
As the Fiscal Year 2024 budget is finalized, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is pushing for the Invest In Kids Tax Credit Scholarship Program to become permanent in Illinois. “Invest in Kids provides funds that allow lower-income students in underperforming schools to improve their chances for academic success by moving to a different school,” said […]