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Pritzker’s $6 Billion Mistake: Tax Hikes That Threaten Illinois’ Families & Future SPRINGFIELD – At a time when Illinois families are struggling with inflation, high grocery bills, and rising utility costs, Democrats in Springfield are pushing a $6 billion tax hike to support Gov. JB Pritzker’s record-breaking state budget. The Governor’s proposed budget would represent an increase in state spending

Republican Senators Warn $6 Billion in New Taxes Will Devastate Illinois’ Small-Business Community SPRINGFIELD – In the midst of National Small Business Week, Senate Republicans joined together to sound the alarm over a new proposal from Governor JB Pritzker’s Democratic allies to raise taxes by $6 billion, warning that the move would devastate Illinois’ already struggling-small business community. The proposed

SPRINGFIELD – State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) released a statement in response to today’s visit to Illinois Capital City by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Secretary Noem was in Springfield May 7 to highlight how sanctuary policies in Illinois have unleashed violence on American citizens — including rape, sexual assault, murder, shoplifting, and more — while shielding illegal aliens

HAMPSHIRE – State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) and State Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) are reminding residents to stop by their legislative booths at the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce’s Home & Business Expo on May 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hampshire High School. The Home & Business Expo will feature exhibits by local and area businesses,

Pritzker’s Spending Surge Comes at Taxpayers’ Expense SPRINGFIELD – At a time when families are cutting back to make ends meet, Democrat leaders in Springfield are pushing a $6 billion tax hike to fund massive government expansion, including what would be the largest state budget in Illinois history. State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) says Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed budget

Senate Republicans Request Federal Guidance to Protect Fairness in Women’s Sports SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate Republican Caucus sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on April 22 requesting federal guidance to ensure fairness in girls’ and women’s athletics in Illinois high schools. State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) says the letter follows conflicting guidance from state agencies

 SPRINGFIELD – As temperatures begin to get warmer, and more people head to the golf course for the first time this Spring, State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) says they will notice something different – yet another new tax! “If you rent a golf cart or golf clubs, you will now have to pay a sales tax,” said Senator Syverson.

Senate Democrats Advance Dangerous Cannabis Bill SPRINGFIELD – Senate Democrats recently advanced controversial legislation that potentially ties the hands of police and puts public safety at risk. Senate Bill 42 removes the requirement that cannabis be stored in an odor-proof container and prevents law enforcement from stopping or searching a vehicle solely based on the smell of cannabis. Senate Republicans

Providers warn continued inadequate funding threatens access to care and deepens workforce crisis SPRINGFIELD – A bipartisan group of lawmakers joined skilled nursing facility administrators and industry leaders at the Illinois State Capitol today to call for immediate action on Medicaid rate reform. With rising costs, staffing shortages, and more nursing homes at risk of closure, speakers urged the General

Senate Republicans Push to Strengthen Illinois’ Nuclear Energy Future SPRINGFIELD – Concerns are being raised by Senate Republican lawmakers about the stability of Illinois’ power supply and the urgent need to boost energy generation. At a Capitol press conference on April 3, State Senators Sue Rezin, Sally Turner, and Terri Bryant highlighted the challenges facing the state’s power grid and