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Senator Balkema Criticizes New Transit Law to Bailout Chicago Transit
SPRINGFIELD, IL- State Senator Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) following statement after Governor Pritzker signed the transit bailout into law, which raises costs and redirects revenue to
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Major Laws Signed, Higher Taxes, and What It Means for Illinois Families
Friend, I hope you had a wonderful weekend and stayed warm and safe with all the snow. I spent some time catching up on wrapping
New Assisted Suicide Law Creates Serious Safety Concerns
Governor Pritzker has signed a new law that allows terminally ill patients to request medication that will end their lives. “While this is an emotional
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Dec. 8
Friend, As we approach the end of the year, I’ve found myself reflecting on my first year in the Senate and the incredible privilege it
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Dec. 1
Friend, I hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are staying warm and safe in this snow! This week’s newsletter includes the
Office Closed for Thanksgiving
🦃 Thanksgiving Holiday Hours 🦃 My district office will be closed November 26–30 for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen on December 1. Wishing you
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Nov. 24
Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving. This week’s newsletter includes the following topics: · Sales Tax Hike Puts Chicago at No. 1 in
Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: Nov. 17
I hope you enjoyed your weekend! This week’s newsletter includes the following topics: Daylight Savings Thank you to everyone who weighed in on how Illinois
