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After more than 230 years in circulation, the United States Mint has officially stopped producing the penny. The final one-cent coin was struck on November 12, 2025, at the Mint’s Philadelphia facility, marking the end of an era for America’s longest-running coin. The penny was first authorized by Congress in 1792 and began circulating in 1793. Over the centuries, it

A weekly update from State Senator Dave Syverson on key issues, legislation, and news from Springfield and the 35th District ⚡ Syverson Criticizes Passage of Flawed Energy Omnibus Bill Senator Syverson criticized the passage of the controversial Energy Omnibus, saying it fails to provide relief for families facing rising energy costs. Instead, it hands ratepayers an $8 billion hike, expands

After two years of public hearings and endless negotiations, Springfield Democrats rammed through a sweeping public transit bill in the early hours of October 31. Senate Bill 2111, a controversial proposal to address Chicago’s failing transit system, was called during the final hours of the fall Veto Session, sparking criticism over both the timing and the substance of the proposal.

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) issued the following statement criticizing the passage of the controversial “Energy Omnibus”: “This energy omnibus was an absolute failure. Families throughout Illinois have struggled with skyrocketing energy costs, yet no relief was delivered. Instead, they were handed an $8 billion rate hike. “In 2021, the legislature passed a bill expanding wind and solar

New legislation has been filed to ensure wind and solar energy companies are paying their fair share in property taxes, helping to reduce the burden on other property owners. Senate Bill 2706, filed by Senator Sally Turner and co-sponsored by Senator Syverson, updates the state’s outdated property tax valuation formula for renewable energy projects. The bill increases the real property

As the General Assembly returns to Springfield for the second week of the fall veto session, Democrats in Springfield are pushing a plan that could cost Illinois families up to $1.5 billion more each year to bail out Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Chicago transit system, which faces a looming budget shortfall due to long-term financial mismanagement. Among other items, some of

October is recognized as Manufacturing Month. It is a chance for us to celebrate and highlight Illinois’ manufacturing industry and the vital contributions manufacturers make to the state’s economy. According to the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA), Illinois manufacturers directly employ more than 662,000 men and women. The IMA also reports that the state’s manufacturing industry supports $580 billion in annual

State lawmakers are now back in Springfield for their fall session. This is a time for Illinois taxpayers to be alert. While taxpayers are busy with fall activities like yard work, getting ready for Halloween, and preparing for Thanksgiving, this is the time some politicians look to sneak in new taxes and fees. Among the proposals still being considered by

Illinois is confronting a growing fiscal challenge as newly released projections reveal a $267 million shortfall in the fiscal 2026 budget. The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget’s (GOMB) report warns that without significant changes, the deficit could swell to $2.2 billion by fiscal year 2027. Since taking office, Governor JB Pritzker has increased state spending by nearly 40 percent,

This week, legislators will return to Springfield for the scheduled Veto Session, which will run from October 14 through 16 and resume from October 28 through 30. This period is traditionally set aside for lawmakers to review bills that were vetoed or amended by the Governor. It also serves as an opportunity to revisit legislation left unresolved during the spring session