
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Sept. 15
Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Assassinated As we all know, Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated during an attack at an

Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Assassinated As we all know, Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated during an attack at an

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is now accepting applications for Illinois Harvest Permits (IHPs), a free, practical tool that helps farmers and agricultural haulers

The Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has recently announced the opening of the application period for the Small Equipment Grant Program. The program offers grants

Have questions about state services or want to share your thoughts on legislation? My district staff will be in Eureka on Wednesday to assist individuals

State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) has been appointed to the Legislative Audit Commission, a bipartisan panel made up of members from both the Illinois Senate

Illinois Faces National Spotlight as Concerns Grow Over Cash Bail Elimination Illinois is once again in the national spotlight as concerns grow over the state’s

Dear friend, Rising energy costs are putting real strain on families across Illinois, and I hear your frustrations loud and clear. Like many of you,

Illinois Families and Educators Can Claim Back-to-School Tax Savings As students return to classrooms across the state, Illinois families and educators have access to valuable

The Illinois Senate Republican Caucus is looking for a Legislative Assistant to join our team! If you’re passionate about serving the people of Illinois and

Protecting Our Local Economy Chicago had fewer licensed businesses operating in 2024 than during any year in the past decade, with a 17% decline since
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