ILLINOIS STATE SENATOR
53RD DISTRICT

ILLINOIS STATE SENATOR
53RD DISTRICT

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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: July 14

Illinois Government 101: Understanding Your State Legislature Illinois has bicameral legislature, which means it’s made up of two chambers: Each Senate district elects one Senator,

IDNR, Fire Marshal Urge Fireworks Safety Ahead of July 4th
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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 30

My office is always here to help you, and I’m committed to representing our community to the best of my ability. Your feedback is important

Governor Pritzker Signs Biggest Government Spending Plan in State History
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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 16

Dear friend, Last month, we celebrated the National Day of Prayer. It was wonderful to see so many people praying across Illinois. Please join me

GOVERNOR PRITZKER'S BUDGET RECORD SPENDING
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Balkema’s Weekly Breakdown: June 2

Is This Fair? Girls Lose Out as Biological Male Takes First in Track Meet Thank you to everyone who responded to our recent question about

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