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Friday, August 11, 2023
IL Supreme Court Upholds Firearms Ban, Rep. Jacobs Blasts Decision

POMONA – State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) says he is disgusted by the Illinois Supreme Court’s Friday decision upholding the controversial and unconstitutional firearms and magazine ban. “People should be outraged…


Thursday, August 10, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Marks Golf Month

Southern Illinois is home to some amazing, quality golf courses! Get out, get some exercise, and enjoy golf during Golf Month! Learn more by watching this video from SouthernMostIllinois.com


Monday, August 7, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Announces Grant Funds for Local Communities

POMONA – State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) says multiple communities in the 118th legislative district have been awarded grant funding through the Illinois Dept. of Commerce and Economic Opporunity (DCEO)….


Monday, August 7, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Honors Vets on Purple Heart Day

Today we acknowledge, honor, and remember the sacrifices made by our military servicemembers and those who have earned the Purple Heart. Thank you to these brave heroes and their families…


Friday, August 4, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Announces Library Grants for 118th District

POMONA – 118th district State Representative Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) says entities in the 118th district are set to receive library grant funds from the Illinois Secretary of State’s office. “I’m…


Friday, August 4, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Thanks Coast Guard Members on National Coast Guard Day

POMONA – State Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Pomona) is thanking all members of the Coast Guard on this National Coast Guard Day. “We appreciate the service of the brave men and…


Friday, August 4, 2023
Illinois’ State Snack is Popcorn!

On this day in 2004, popcorn was named the official state snack food of Illinois!


Thursday, August 3, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Illinois’ Professional Licensing Law is Outdated

The professional licensure system in Illinois is antiquated and outdated, and as a result industry professionals from nurses to barbers to roofers can experience wait periods of three to nine…


Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Rep. Jacobs Marks Illinois Sweet Corn Day

Whether it’s grilled, steamed, boiled, or roasted, we love sweet corn in Illinois. Shout out to Illinois’ official state vegetable on this Sweet Corn Appreciation Day!


Monday, July 31, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Illinois Wine Industry Thriving and Continuing to Grow

With at least 165 wineries and over 100 miles of wine trails, the wine industry in Illinois is thriving and the growth has been exponential in the last 30 years….