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Senator Weaver supports legislation to root out government corruption among members of the General Assembly.

The Governor’s modified restrictions, if imposed, would strike yet another blow to already shaky regional economies.

The Illinois Secretary of State's Office (SOS) has announced that expiration dates for driver's licenses and ID cards have been extended an additional three months, from Nov. 1, 2020, to Feb. 1, 2021.

Indictments, charges, and investigations into state legislators continue to make headlines, today members of the Senate Republican Caucus have introduced a package of bills seeking to root out government corruption among members of the General Assembly.

The second round of the Business Interruption Grant (BIG) Program is now open. These grants will be available to all small businesses statewide that experienced losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The application is available on the DCEO website here to review.  On the afternoon of September 17,  DCEO will begin to accept applications. Grants will be awarded and funded on a rolling basis until funding is depleted.

For someone who often says he is looking out for our most vulnerable, this is quite the contradiction.   

September 11 is a National Day of Service and Remembrance.

Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers.

New expiration date will be one year from current 2020 expiration date.

The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center says the Blood Drive had eight first-time donors! Fantastic news!

The Chamber honors legislators who have made special contributions to the defense of free enterprise, and the furtherance of economic opportunities for Illinoisans.

August 18, 2020, marks 100 years since the 19th Amendment was ratified, guaranteeing women the right to vote.

Donation is by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 800-747-5401 or sign up online!

Senator Chuck Weaver is co-sponsoring a resolution urging Congress to return ComEd’s recent $200 million fine to their Illinois ratepayers.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security is taking steps to crack down on fraud schemes involving the state’s federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance programs.

Statement by Illinois Senate Republican Caucus calling on Michael Madigan to step aside as Speaker of the Illinois House

This year marks the 244th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

As July begins, 13 new laws take effect in the state of Illinois.

Application information for the BIG program is now available!

Illinois is finally set to move into Phase 4 of the re-opening plan on June 26!

Father's Day is a day of honoring fatherhood and paternal bonds, as well as the influence of fathers in society.

Flag Day is celebrated in the United States on June 14!

Cut your waiting time at the Driver Services counter!

We have asked the Governor to allow Illinois to move to Phase 4 effective June 12.

Remembering the brave men and women who answered the call of duty to serve their country and ultimately gave their lives.