SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) rose on the House Floor on Wednesday to call out Illinois Democrats for passing harmful legislation that has caused an extreme spike…

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) issued the following statement in response to former long-time House Speaker and now convicted felon Michael J. Madigan reporting to prison on…

It has been two long years since Hamas militants initiated a deadly surprise attack in Israel. On October 7, 2023, entire families were slaughtered in their homes, and Hamas militants…

BENTON, IL – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) issued the following statement in celebration and recognition of National Manufacturing Day. “I want to thank the hard working men and women…

In a couple of weeks, the Illinois General Assembly will return to Springfield to convene for the annual two-week Veto Session. The session is scheduled for October 14-16 and October…

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day. Rep. Severin represents a large, rural district in southern Illinois, and says hunting and fishing…

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin announced this week that three district 116 libraries are set to receive grant funding. Rep. Severin, who chairs the House Republican Literacy Improves…

Dating back centuries, southern Illinois has been home to some of the best hunting and fishing opportunities in the United States. Southern Illinois, in particular, is a region rich in…

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) released the following statement highlighting National Women’s Health and Fitness Day. “National Women’s Health and Fitness Day encourages women to make health…

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) issued the following statement this week in celebration of National Surgical Technologists Week. “Certified Surgical Technologists play a critical role in the operating…