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Friday, September 15, 2023
Rep. Jacobs – Remember Fallen, Missing Soldiers on National POW/MIA Recognition Day

POMONA – State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) is a Navy Veteran. On National POW Day, Rep. Jacobs issued the following statement. “On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor, remember, and…


Monday, September 4, 2023
Happy Labor Day!

Thank you to all hard working Americans for all that you do. Today we recognize the many contributions of American workers to the strength and prosperity of our nation. Wishing…


Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Jacobs Marks National Grief Awareness Day

Today is National Grief Awareness Day. Each individual experiences and expresses grief differently. The process of grieving in response to a significant loss requires time, patience, courage, and support. While…


Monday, August 14, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Honors Greatest Generation on V-J Day

POMONA – State Representative and Navy Veteran Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) is thanking the Greatest Generation on Victory Day, or V-J Day. “Without the service, sacrifice, and patriotism of the Greatest…


Monday, July 24, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Offers Heat Safety Tips

A stretch of hot weather is expected across Illinois this week. Here are a few tips for staying safe in the heat: -Limit outdoor activities -Drink plenty of water -Wear…


Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day! Here’s wishing you and your family, friends, and loved ones a safe and Happy Fourth of July!


Saturday, July 1, 2023
Jacobs Thanks Postal Workers on National Postal Worker Day

Happy Postal Worker Day to the men and women who work diligently to keep the mail moving across our state and nation!


Thursday, June 29, 2023
Final Reminder – Summer Reading Club Deadline is June 30

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton), State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), and State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) are reminding local first through fourth grade students that the deadline for…


Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Jacobs: Emancipation Proclamation on Display at Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

One of the few remaining copies of a highly impactful historical document is on display in Springfield. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Library will be displaying their…


Monday, May 22, 2023
Jacobs Journal May 22, 2023

Dear Friend, This past Friday night, the Illinois House was scheduled to adjourn the 2023 spring session. In the waning days of the session, lawmakers were busy finalizing action on…