After a busy four-week stretch in Springfield, the Senate is on break, which means I have the opportunity to spend more time back in the

Hello, It was another busy week at the Capitol as legislation continues moving through committees and we head further into session. Thank you for staying

Weekly Update! I hope you enjoyed your weekend. Things are really picking up at the Capitol as we head into the fifth week of session.

SPRINGFIELD, IL- State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) released the following statement after Governor Pritzker’s Budget Address. “Over the last six years, the U.S. GDP has grown

Over the next two weeks, both the Senate and the House will be back in Springfield for session. On Wednesday, the Governor will deliver his

SPRINGFIELD, IL- With Valentine’s Day approaching, State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) partnered with State Representative Jason R. Bunting (R-Emington) and State Representative Dennis Tipsword (R-Metamora) to

Hello, I hope you enjoyed your weekend. I spent my weekend prepping for my son’s wedding! He is getting married on Saturday! This week, I

Below is a presentation put together to provide you information and data on Illinois energy.

Friend, I hope you are doing well! Tomorrow, the Illinois Senate will return to Springfield this week as lawmakers continue their work for the spring

We created this Property Tax Appeal Presentation to guide homeowners through the often confusing process of appealing their property taxes. Our goal is to empower