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Friday, October 20, 2023
Another Successful Mobile Office Hours in McHenry

We had a great mobile office hours event today at the McHenry Public Library. Thanks to all who stopped and visited with us.


Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Time for Illinois to reform our Public Assistance Programs

The best form of welfare is still a good job. State public-assistance programs should be there to provide support in times of need but must emphasize the importance of a…


Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Mobile Office Hours Coming to McHenry

I am hosting Mobile office hours at the McHenry Public Library this Friday, October 20, 2023, from 10 AM to 12 PM! I am looking forward to speaking with you…


Tuesday, October 3, 2023
When are the People of Illinois Going to Demand Action on DCFS?

The adverse opinion issued last week by the Illinois Auditor General’s office of its compliance audit of the Department of Children and Family Services deals not only with certain financial…


Tuesday, October 3, 2023
DCEO Encourages Eligible Families to Apply for Utility Assistance

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) are encouraging eligible families to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support utility bill assistance for natural…


Saturday, September 23, 2023
National Seat Check Saturday

Every year, on average, more than a third of all kids under 13 killed in car crashes are not properly buckled up or in a car seat. Take time this…


Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Update on the Illinois House Personnel and Pensions Committee

Illinois currently spends more than $10 billion a year on public pensions, and the state’s five systems have an unfunded liability of at least $140 billion.  https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_c129388c-56ff-11ee-b6a0-ab43544b5f96.html


Friday, September 1, 2023
Upcoming Flu Vaccine Event

Mark your calendars! Our office is hosting a flu vaccine event on September 5th from 10:00am – 1:00pm at the Algonquin Township building in Crystal Lake. For more information, call…


Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Our Students are Heading Back To School

Students across Illinois are heading back to school in the coming weeks. Please be cautious on the roads and look out for students walking, biking, and catching the bus on…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Fraud, Corruption Trials and … Vintage Trains!

Legislative Update: What a great time last week at the McHenry County Fair! Thanks to everyone who came out to our open office hours at the fair and said hello!…