Meeting with Constituents on Protecting Election Integrity
This week, I met with two constituents from the 45th District, Ray Dammann and Marty Speracino, to discuss their concerns about voter integrity, an issue I take very seriously. We had a productive conversation about the importance of free and fair elections. Every eligible citizen should be able to confidently exercise their civic duty, and […]
Bringing Valentine’s Cheer to Seniors Across the 45th District
My Valentine’s Card Drive for seniors is one of the most meaningful events my office hosts each year. Too often, our seniors are overlooked or left feeling isolated, but last week we worked to change that across the 45th District. My staff and I visited more than 30 senior living homes and personally delivered cards […]
Chesney Introduces Bill Defining Transgenderism as a Mental Illness, Rejecting Radical Gender Ideology
FREEPORT – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R–Freeport) is introducing legislation to stop radical gender ideology from shaping Illinois law by defining transgenderism as a mental illness. Senate Bill 3842, which amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities code, rejects political activism masquerading as medicine and ensures state policy is grounded in facts, not some pressure campaigns from […]
Illinois Families Are Leaving While the Governor Chases Headlines
If you were Governor of Illinois, you might assume your primary job would be to govern Illinois. You might think that means spending time at the Capitol during session, talking to Illinois reporters, and addressing the problems that are driving people out of this state in record numbers. Apparently, Governor J.B. Pritzker has a different […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Introducing Legislation to Define Transgenderism as a Mental Illness I am introducing legislation to stop radical gender ideology from shaping Illinois law by defining transgenderism as a mental illness. My bill, Senate Bill 3842, amends the Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to reject political activism masquerading as medicine and to ensure state policy […]
Introducing Legislation to Define Transgenderism as a Mental Illness
I am introducing legislation to stop radical gender ideology from shaping Illinois law by defining transgenderism as a mental illness. My bill, Senate Bill 3842, amends the Illinois Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to reject political activism masquerading as medicine and to ensure state policy is grounded in facts, not pressure campaigns from a […]
Encouraging the Next Generation to Stand for American Values
I want to thank Erika Kirk and U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon for taking the time to visit Genoa-Kingston High School and meet with some of the bright and thoughtful young minds of the 45th Senate District. Opportunities like this do not come around often, and it matters when leaders are willing to show up […]
Strengthening Protections for Victims of Domestic Violence
Protecting victims of domestic violence must be a priority, and right now Illinois law is not doing enough to keep people safe. As domestic violence-related deaths continue to climb across our state, it is clear that the system is failing too many families who are relying on the law for protection. Data from the Illinois […]
Senator Chesney Raises Concerns Over Efforts to Limit Student Participation in Turning Point USA Event
FREEPORT —State Senator Andrew Chesney (R–Freeport) is raising concerns over reports that pressure is being applied to alter the timing of a student-organized Turning Point USA–affiliated event at Genoa-Kingston High School in a way that would significantly reduce student participation. “While disagreement is inevitable in education, the use of administrative or procedural tactics to suppress […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Standing for Life and Supporting Mothers Protecting unborn life and supporting expectant mothers was the focus of a recent meeting I had with the Lifeline Coalition, a Christ-centered organization dedicated to walking alongside women throughout pregnancy. The discussion highlighted how their ministry offers hope and encouragement by reminding expecting mothers that they are not alone, and […]