Lena and Roscoe Begin Road to Recovery
I spent time in Lena and Roscoe following the tornadoes that tore through the communities Friday, and the level of destruction is hard to put into words. Homes have been damaged, parts of the infrastructure are down, and the school in Lena took a hit. It is a difficult moment for a lot of families […]
JCE Co-op at the Capitol
I had a great time connecting with members of JCE Co-op during their visit to the Capitol this week. It was a valuable opportunity to sit down and talk about the role cooperatives play in keeping our communities running strong. We had a productive conversation about the importance of reliable, affordable service, especially in rural […]
Meeting with Illinois REALTORS® at the Capitol
I appreciated the opportunity to spend time with members of the Illinois REALTORS® while they were at the Capitol. Representing more than 50,000 professionals across the state, they play a critical role in supporting Illinois’ housing market and strengthening local economies. Their work goes far beyond buying and selling homes. They are strong advocates for […]
IGOLD Shows the Strength of Law-Abiding Gun Owners
Illinoisans gathered in Springfield for IGOLD (Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day), standing together in strong support of our Second Amendment rights. It was a powerful reminder that when law-abiding citizens show up and make their voices heard, it sends a clear message to those in power. The right to keep and bear arms is a […]
Chesney Applauds End of Controversial CWD Deer Culling Policy
FREEPORT – State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is welcoming the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ decision to end its controversial deer sharpshooting program, a policy he has criticized for years. “After years of frustration from hunters and landowners, IDNR is finally pulling the plug on a program that never should have existed in the first […]
J.B. Pritzker: Stop Playing Politics and Put Illinois Students First
A major opportunity for Illinois families awaits Governor Pritzker, and once again, the question is whether he will play politics or listen to the people. President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” created the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program, which gives states the option to opt in and deliver real relief to students and families. The […]
Senator Chesney’s Week in Review
Agriculture Advisory Committee Addresses Challenges Facing Local Farmers I had a great discussion in Freeport with members of our Agriculture Advisory Committee, where we focused on the real challenges facing farmers across our region. Rising property taxes and high fertilizer prices continue to put pressure on family operations, and we talked at length about the […]
Ogle County Farmers Share Concerns on Energy, Regulations, and Land Rights
I recently had the opportunity to attend the Ogle County Farm Bureau’s annual meeting and spend time with the people who keep our agricultural economy strong. We had a productive conversation about the challenges facing agriculture today, including rising energy costs, burdensome regulations, and concerns surrounding wind and solar projects and the protection of landowner […]
Forced to Pay for Abortions: Illinois Democrats Push HB 5408
As you all know, here in the 45th District, we stand for traditional values, real conservatism, and protecting both life and the hardworking taxpayers of Illinois. That’s why I have a responsibility to speak out when dangerous legislation comes forward. House Bill 5408 would create a state-run fund to bankroll abortions for individuals without insurance […]
Connecting with Local Firefighters in Shannon
I had the opportunity this weekend to attend the Firemen’s Breakfast in Shannon. It was a great chance to spend time with the men and women who protect our communities day in and day out. I appreciated the chance to hear directly from them. You can tell in those conversations how much they care about […]