The Attack on Lawful Gun Owners in Illinois Continues with Registration Requirement
Even though the constitutionality of Illinois’ so-called “assault weapons ban” continues to be challenged in federal court, on Monday, September 18, the Illinois State Police (ISP) released rules to implement part of the controversial law. While the law bans a variety of purported assault rifles, it allows owners of those firearms to lawfully keep possession […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
USDA Announces Grants to Enhance Rural Water and Waste Systems The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has unveiled an opportunity for private nonprofit organizations to apply for grants aimed at enhancing water treatment and waste disposal systems in rural areas. This initiative, part of the Water and Waste Disposal Technical Assistance and Training […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Presents Highland Community College Officials with Senate Resolution Recognizing the College’s 60th Anniversary
In recognition of Highland Community College’s 60th anniversary, on Tuesday, September 26, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) presented HCC President Christina Kuberski and Trustee Doug Block with an honorary Senate Resolution commemorating the occasion. “Highland Community College is an excellent institution of higher learning that has helped many Northwest Illinoisans reach their academic goals,” said […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Controversial firearms ban law requires owners to submit affidavit by Jan. 1 When the so-called “assault weapons ban” legislation was passed in Illinois in January of this year, I was an outspoken opponent, claiming the measure violates the United States Constitution and is a major infringement on the 2nd Amendment rights of law-abiding gun owners. With […]
Hypocrisy within the Chicago Teachers Union
An interesting news story broke recently that shined a light on hypocrisy within the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and the Illinois Democratic Party. I have written previously about the Invest in Kids Tax Credit Scholarship Program. This program, you may recall, provides a tax credit to Illinoisans who donate to a fund that provides tuition […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Counties within 45th Senate District to lose approximately $10 2 million lost revenue from cash bonds The elimination of cash bail, a key component of the SAFE-T Act officially takes effect today, September 18. Among other things, the SAFE T Act creates a standard that all defendants are presumed eligible for pretrial release. State’s Attorneys […]
Sweeping Changes to Illinois’ Bail System Take Effect on September 18
With the recent Illinois Supreme Court decision that upheld the no-cash bail provisions in the so-called SAFE-T Act, these sweeping changes to our bail system will take effect on September 18. Among other things, the SAFE T Act creates a standard that all defendants are presumed eligible for pretrial release. State’s Attorneys must petition the […]
Senator Andrew Chesney and Stephenson County Sheriff Collect 82 Pounds of Pharmaceuticals at Drug Take-Back Event
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) and Stephenson County Sheriff Steve Stovall are pleased to announce that 82 pounds of expired and unused medications were collected at a drug take-back event held in Lena over the weekend. “There is a drug overdose epidemic in this country that demands our attention,” said Chesney. “For our drug take-back […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
SAFE-T Act update: ‘No cash bail’ set to take effect September 18 Since the final day of the 2021 lame-duck session, the SAFE-T Act has been highly criticized among the public, law enforcement, and state’s attorneys. Now, two and half years later and after multiple court battles, the “no cash bail” provisions found within the […]
Legislative Update from Senator Andrew Chesney
Senator Chesney and Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana to Host Tele-Town Hall Meeting On Wednesday, September 6, I am partnering with Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana for a 6:30 PM Tele-Town Hall Meeting. A call will be made to households in the 45th Senate District at 6:30 PM on September 6, and residents will be […]