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Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Severin: Happy National Postal Worker Day

Happy National Postal Worker Day! đź“® Today we honor the individuals who connect us with family and loved ones, and who deliver packages that lighten our day. On this National Postal Worker…


Friday, June 27, 2025
Rep. Severin Marks PTSD Awareness Day

June 27 is National PTSD Awareness Day, a time to acknowledge the silent battles many people face long after trauma ends. PTSD can affect anyone, from veterans to survivors of…


Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Severin Opposes Democrats’ Sales Tax on Services Scheme

Democrats’ insatiable appetite for spending comes at a high cost to Illinoisans. Be on the lookout for the latest tax hike proposal floated by Dems, which will raise costs on…


Friday, June 20, 2025
Rep. Severin Celebrates American Eagle Day

June 20th is American Eagle Day! 🦅 Today, we honor the bald eagle, our national symbol of strength and freedom. Despite once being on the brink of extinction, eagles made…


Friday, June 20, 2025
Severin Joins Lawsuit Challenging Democrats’ Unconstitutional Actions During Legislative Session

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin has added his name as a plaintiff in a lawsuit filed in Sangamon County Circuit Court seeking to enforce the Illinois Constitution’s Third…


Monday, June 16, 2025
Severin Says Pritzker’s Budget Signature Means More Tax Hikes Coming for Illinoisans

BENTON, IL – Gov. JB Pritzker put pen to paper on Monday morning, signing the FY 26 Illinois state budget. The spending plan raises $1 billion in taxes, fees, and…


Saturday, June 14, 2025
Severin Wishes US Army Happy 250th Birthday

Since this day in 1775, the U.S. Army has stood as a pillar of strength and dedication. As we reflect on its legacy, we also recognize the individuals who have…


Saturday, June 14, 2025
Rep. Severin Celebrates Flag Day

June 14 is Flag Day, a time to honor our flag and reflect on the ideals it represents. On this day in 1777, the Continental Congress adopted the American flag,…


Friday, June 13, 2025
Severin Says Madigan Deserves Lengthy Jail Sentence for Public Corruption

BENTON, IL – On Friday, former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison, 3 years probation, and a $2.5 million fine for crimes he…


Friday, June 13, 2025
Severin: Pritzker Doubles Down on Failed and Costly Sanctuary State Law

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) issued the following statement after Governor JB Pritzker’s appearance before a hearing of the US House of Representatives Oversight & Accountability Committee…