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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Reacts to “ComEd Four” Trial Guilty Verdicts

POMONA – State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) reacted to the news of guilty verdicts handed down today by a Federal jury in the case of four former Commonwealth Edison executives…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Watch Session Live – Today at 12:00 PM

The Illinois House of Representatives resumes its work today for a sprint to the finish of the 2023 spring session. We are scheduled to adjourn on Friday, May 19th. Much…


Monday, May 1, 2023
Silver Star Service Banner Day

Today is Silver Star Service Banner Day, a time to recognize our service members who have been awarded the Silver Star Medal and remember the sacrifices of our wounded and ill…


Sunday, April 30, 2023
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day

Shelter Cats and Dogs are the official state pets of Illinois. Today is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day!


Sunday, April 30, 2023
Small Business Week

Thank you to all small business owners, innovators, and entrepreneurs who are moving our state forward. Small businesses create local jobs, grow our economy, and are essential to building strong communities….


Saturday, April 29, 2023
World Veterinary Day

Thank you to the veterinarians across the state who provide care for our pets, farm animals, wildlife and more. Happy World Veterinary Day!


Friday, April 28, 2023
Jacobs: Firearms Ban Halted by Federal Court Injunction

POMONA – State Representative Paul Jacobs issued the following statement on Friday after the US District Court of the Southern District of Illinois issued an injunction temporarily halting the implementation…


Friday, April 28, 2023
Truth in Public Safety Working Group Unveils Legislative Package

The House Republican Truth in Public Safety Working Group (TIPS) has introduced a series of measures designed to balance the rights of the accused while ensuring the safety of the…


Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Ushers Southwest Connector Resolution Through House with Unanimous Support

SPRINGFIELD – On Wednesday, State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) received unanimous support from the Illinois House of Representatives on a House Resolution that calls for the construction of the Southwest…


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Happy Library Workers Day!

Thank you to our library workers for encouraging a love of reading, guiding us to important resources, and being a wealth of knowledge in our communities. Happy Library Workers Day!