Senator Andrew Chesney Champions Legislation Prohibiting the Adoption of Policies that Hinder Federal Deportation Efforts
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) stood with two of his Senate Republican colleagues on Tuesday to unveil legislation that addresses flawed laws that allow illegal immigrants who commit violent crimes to remain in Illinois communities. Joining Chesney in the Capitol Press Room on Tuesday were State Senators Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) and Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro). Chesney’s […]
Engaging With Your State Government
The 104th General Assembly is now in session, and in the coming weeks, thousands of bills will be filed in both the Illinois Senate and House of Representatives. These bills will shape the future of our state, with many reaching the floor for votes after being reviewed in committees. In a state where legislation often […]
Senator Andrew Chesney to Bring IPASS on Demand to South Beloit on February 3
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is bringing a mobile team from the Illinois Tollway to South Beloit on February 3 to help motorists switch out their plastic IPASS transponders for the new IPASS sticker technology. “The Tollway is phasing out the plastic transponders we have in our cars and replacing them with stickers,” said Chesney. […]
Senator Andrew Chesney’s Week in Review
IPASS on Demand Returns to Freeport on January 23 As promised, I am bringing the popular IPASS on Demand events back to the 45th District. The first event of 2025 is scheduled in Freeport on Thursday, January 23. At the December IPASS event held in Freeport, over 600 people attended and switched out their plastic […]
Senator Andrew Chesney to Host Second IPASS on Demand Event in Freeport
After a successful Freeport event that provided IPASS service to about 600 constituents last month, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is bringing a mobile team from the Illinois Tollway back to Freeport for an encore IPASS on Demand event on Thursday, January 23. “The success of our December IPASS on Demand event in Freeport exceeded […]
Senator Andrew Chesney’s Week in Review
New Year, Same “Lame Duck” Democrats After a snowy four-day “Lame Duck” session, Illinois lawmakers convened the 104th General Assembly with Inauguration Ceremonies on January 8. We see some terrible legislation during lame-duck sessions. In 2023, Democrats passed the unconstitutional assault-style weapons ban, redrew judicial maps to protect their control of the courts, and passed […]
Lame Duck Sessions are Dangerous; Here’s Why
Following the November presidential election, Governor JB Pritzker announced that he and his allies would “Trump-Proof” Illinois before Donald Trump’s January 20 inauguration as our 47th President. They wasted no time calling legislators back to the Capitol for a “lame-duck” session. While in Springfield for this special session did we discuss tax relief for struggling […]
Senator Andrew Chesney Launches 2nd Annual “Valentines for Seniors” Card Drive
With the arrival of the new year in Illinois, State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is once again sponsoring a “Valentines for Seniors” card drive. To brighten the days of seniors and ensure they know they are a valued part of the community, Senator Chesney is asking students from public and private schools, church groups, scouting […]
Lame Duck Session Brings More Bad Bills to Illinoisans
Following the November presidential election, Governor JB Pritzker announced that he and his allies would “Trump-Proof” Illinois before Donald Trump’s January 20 inauguration as our 47th President. They wasted no time calling legislators back to the Capitol for a “lame-duck” session. While in Springfield for this special session did we discuss tax relief for struggling […]
The Weaponization of Justice Ends Now: Senator Andrew Chesney Reacts to “Unconditional Discharge” Decision for President Donald Trump
On Friday morning, New York Judge Juan Merchan vindicated President Donald Trump with an unconditional discharge in relation to convictions received in 2024 in a case many believed was a politically motivated attempt to interfere in the Election. An unconditional discharge means the President will not face imprisonment, probation, supervision, or any other conditions, underscoring the case’s flimsy foundation. Following the sentencing, State Senator […]