Andrew Chesney

ILLINOIS STATE SENATOR
45TH DISTRICT

Senator Chesney’s Week in Review

Lawsuits Filed on New Gun Ban Law Several lawsuits have already been filed in response to Illinois’ new firearms ban, which passed the General Assembly during “lame-duck” session earlier this month and was quickly signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker. One of the lawsuits, filed by the Illinois State Rifle Association in federal court, […]

Senate Week in Review: January 9-13, 2023

Springfield, IL – Three different inauguration ceremonies highlight a new term and the beginning of the 103rd General Assembly for Senate and House Republicans. That follows the end of two weeks of “Lame Duck” session, where several controversial bills advanced. The legislation garnering the most headlines is likely the “assault” weapons ban that was signed into […]