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Senate lawmakers braved the cold in Springfield this week as they returned for their second week of session starting Jan. 29. The Senate convened again Jan. 30-31, despite the Governor issuing a disaster proclamation due to the onslaught of artic temperatures. Plus, a program aimed at helping families save for future college costs could be in deep water, and tax

Senate Republican Committee assignments were announced for the new 101st General Assembly, warming centers can provide help managing the predicted bitterly cold weather across the state and its tax filing season. Syverson named minority leader in Senate committees State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) will serve as the Minority Spokesperson for the Senate Human Services, Insurance and Public Health Committees in

A new Administration transitioned into power this week with Governor J.B. Pritzker being sworn into office on Jan. 14. Also during the week, the Senate Republicans underwent their own transition, announcing new and continuing appointments to their leadership team. Pritzker assumes office A new Administration took control of the Governor’s office this week with recently-elected Democrat Governor taking the Oath

State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) will continue his role as Senate Deputy Republican Leader, having recently been reappointed to this key leadership position by Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady. “As Illinois government undergoes another transition under new governance, I’m honored to continue to serve in this leadership position,” said Senator Syverson. “I am looking forward to working with the new

State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) released the following statement after attending the inauguration of JB Pritzker: “It was an honor to attend the swearing-in of the new chief executive of the State of Illinois. I look forward to working with Governor Pritzker on the issues important to the people of Northern Illinois, and I hope he follows through on his

Syverson sworn in as a member of the 101st General Assembly. State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) was sworn into a new term as Senator for the 35th DIstrict, as part of the new 101st General Assembly on Wednesday, January 9th. “I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve the people of Northern Illinois. I’m also honored to have

State Senator Dave Syverson released the following statement after he was sworn in as part of the 101st Illinois General Assembly: “I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve the people of Northern Illinois. I’m also honored to have been asked to continue to serve in the role of Deputy Republican Leader. Illinois is facing some major challenges,

A bipartisan proposal championed by Dave Syverson (R-Rockford) and State Senators Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford) to give counties that pass public safety sales tax referendums additional flexibility in directing use of new revenue generated by the tax was signed into law recently.  The proposal, House Bill 5460, expands the “Special County Retailers’ Occupation Tax for Public Safety, Public Facilities or Transportation”

When the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, 2019, 253 new laws will take effect in the state of Illinois. New laws run the gamut from fighting the opioid crisis and promoting car-seat safety to allowing blaze pink hunting gear. Controversial gun-control measures take effect Several controversial gun-control measures will take effect as the New Year begins. Senate Bill 3256/PA

Happy 200th Birthday, Illinois! On Dec. 3, 1818, Illinois became the 21st state in the union. The Illinois Bicentennial has been celebrated with a yearlong celebration of what has been BORN, BUILT & GROWN in the state and a reminder of why we are Illinois Proud. On Dec. 3, 2018, Illinois celebrated its 200th Birthday with more than 2,300 Illinois