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SPRINGFIELD – State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) says Gov. JB Pritzker’s focus must shift from the national spotlight back to the State Capitol and the tough decisions needed to help hard-working Illinoisans and their families. In his annual Budget Address to a joint session of legislators Feb. 19, the Governor announced a $55.4 billion spending plan – the state’s

Senators Fight for Taxpayer Transparency on Non-Citizen Spending SPRINGFIELD – With Illinois facing a $3.2 billion budget deficit, Senate Republicans are demanding greater transparency regarding taxpayer dollars spent on programs for non-citizens. On Feb. 5, State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley), State Sen. Li Arellano, Jr. (R-Dixon), and State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) announced the reintroduction of legislation requiring detailed

Senators and staff gather in the Senate Chambers and at the Grand Staircase in the Capitol Building on Feb. 5 as part of National Wear Red Day activities in Springfield to raise awareness of heart disease in women.

Springfield, IL… With Illinois facing a $3.2 billion budget deficit, Senate Republicans are once again demanding answers about how much taxpayer money is being spent on programs for non-citizens. At a February 5 Capitol press conference, Illinois Senate Republican Whip Jil Tracy (R-Quincy), Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley), and Senator Li Arellano, Jr. (R-Dixon) announced the reintroduction of legislation requiring

New Legislation Would Require Law Enforcement in IL to Coordinate with ICE SPRINGFIELD – With public safety a top priority, Senate Republicans unveiled new legislation during the week that would close critical gaps in state immigration policies, which currently allow undocumented immigrants convicted of violent crimes to remain in Illinois.  Senate Bill 1313 requires state law enforcement to collaborate with

Illinois State Flag Debate: Symbol of Change or Unnecessary Expense? SPRINGFIELD – The debate over the potential redesign of Illinois’ state flag continues to divide public opinion. Critics of the redesign, including State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley), argue that the effort is a misuse of time and taxpayer dollars. Senator Syverson emphasizes that the state cannot afford to divert

SPRINGFIELD – State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) participated in the inaugural ceremonies of the Illinois Senate as the 104th General Assembly convened Jan. 8 in the State Capitol Building. Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Kay O’Brien administered the oath of office to newly elected Senators. Sen. Syverson has represented the residents of northern Illinois since 1993, and is regarded

Lame-Duck Session Underway SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers are heading back to Springfield on January 4 for a “lame-duck session” to tackle the remaining business of the 103rd General Assembly. In years when they occur, lame-duck sessions are held after the election and the Fall Veto Session, and before newly elected lawmakers are sworn into office. State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry

SPRINGFIELD – As Illinoisans prepare to ring in the New Year, 293 new laws are set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025. The first part of this series highlighted laws that include changes to workplace protections, insurance protection expansions, public safety measures, environmental initiatives, and issues impacting schools and students. Additionally, the final phase of Illinois’ minimum wage increase

SPRINGFIELD – As Illinoisans prepare to ring in the New Year, 293 new laws are set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025. These laws include changes to workplace protections, insurance protection expansions, public safety measures, environmental initiatives, and issues impacting schools and students. Additionally, the final phase of Illinois’ minimum wage increase will bring wages up to $15 per