Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Illinoisans Made Their Voices Clear on Toll Hike, Pritzker Didn’t Listen More than 900 people in the 45th Senate District recently responded to my survey on the proposed tollway rate increase. More than 95% said they opposed it. That message was not unique to my district. Illinoisans across the state submitted public comments and spoke […]
Help Keep Our Roads Safe This Winter
It may still feel like summer, but IDOT is already preparing for another Illinois winter! The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring more than 1,500 temporary workers through its Winter Seasonal “Snowbird” Program. Both full-time seasonal and on-call positions are available. These workers play an important role in keeping our roads clear and helping people […]
Making Everyday Travel Easier for Illinois Caregivers
For families caring for a loved one with a disability, even everyday travel can come with added challenges. A new program in Illinois is helping make that a little easier. The Secretary of State has expanded in-person disability parking placard services through a new pilot program. The change follows a new law allowing legal guardians […]
Supporting Highland Community College’s Growth
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Highland Community College President Dr. Jamal Scott at Higher Grounds Coffee Shop in Freeport to talk about what’s happening at Highland and where the college can go from here. Dr. Scott and I discussed the many educational opportunities Highland already provides, along with some of the […]
Illinoisans Made Their Voices Clear on Toll Hike, Pritzker Didn’t Listen
More than 900 people in the 45th Senate District recently responded to my survey on the proposed tollway rate increase. More than 95% said they opposed it. That message was not unique to my district. Illinoisans across the state submitted public comments and spoke out against the proposal. Republicans, Democrats and independents were largely saying […]
Chesney Criticizes Pritzker, Democrats for Largest Toll Hike in State History
FREEPORT – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is criticizing the decision by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the democrats who cleared the way for the largest tollway rate increase in state history, which will affect tollways in Winnebago County, despite overwhelming opposition. “This decision is absolutely typical. Voices from Republicans, Democrats and independents alike did not want the […]
Senator Chesney’s Column: American Citizens Come First
Illegal immigrants should not have access to our schools and certainly not at a discounted tuition rate. At the foundation of this country stands a simple, non-negotiable truth: American citizens come first. That is why I am proud of our federal court for once again striking down the radical Illinois Democrats’ attempt to put illegal […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Pritzker and the Democrats Are Chasing Jobs and Businesses Out of Illinois Illinois is losing again. Failed policies under Governor Pritzker and the Democratic Supermajority continue to drive jobs and opportunity straight out of this state. Tyson Foods just announced it is shutting down its Joslin plant. More than 2,000 Illinois workers are losing their […]
State fair season is officially underway in Illinois!
The Illinois State Fair kicked off August 13 in Springfield and runs through August 23. From showcasing our state’s strong agricultural heritage to live music, rides, games, and plenty of great food, the fair has something for everyone to enjoy. Later this month, the DuQuoin State Fair will continue the tradition in Southern Illinois from […]
New Law Expands Military License Plate Eligibility for Illinois Veterans
Illinois veterans have earned the right to proudly display the honors they received through their service to our country. A new law will now give them more opportunities to do so. House Bill 4385 allows eligible veterans and military honorees to receive a second set of military specialty license plates. Previously, qualifying veterans were limited […]