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Sunday, October 15, 2023
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

Today we send our condolences, love, and support to all those who have lost a pregnancy or infant in their lives. This National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day we…


Thursday, October 12, 2023
Southern Illinois Republican Representatives Host Law Enforcement Roundtable on End of Cash Bail

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – On Wednesday, House Republican State Representatives Patrick Windhorst, Paul Jacobs, and Dave Severin hosted local law enforcement officials for a roundtable discussion centered on the impact that…


Thursday, October 12, 2023
The Caucus Blog – Standing with Israel

On Saturday, October 7th, Hamas executed an unprecedented surprise assault on Israel. Thousands of rockets were launched into Israel bombing civilian locations, killing hundreds and wounding thousands of innocent people….


Thursday, October 12, 2023
Severin: Happy National Farmer’s Day!

National Farmer’s Day is a special day set aside to appreciate the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. Thank you to farmers for your dedication to…


Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks World Mental Health Day

Mental health is more than the absence of a mental illness—it’s essential to your overall health and quality of life. Self-care can play a role in maintaining your mental health…


Friday, October 6, 2023
Rep. Severin and Sen. Bryant Host Free Senior Fair in Fairfield

FAIRFIELD – State Senator Terri Bryant and State Representative Dave Severin hosted their first annual Free Senior Citizens Health Fair in Fairfield on the campus of Frontier College on Friday…


Friday, October 6, 2023
Severin Co-Sponsors Bill to Protect Private Data of Law-Abiding Gun Owners

116th District State Rep. Co-Sponsors Bill Requiring ISP to Destroy Gun-Registry Upon Court Decision Striking Down Gun Ban BENTON – As a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the firearms and…


Friday, October 6, 2023
Rep. Severin Celebrates National Manufacturing Day

Happy National Manufacturing Day! Illinois’ manufacturing industry alone supports roughly $580 billion in annual economic impact driving investment, opportunity, and innovation across the state. Thank you to our manufacturers for…


Thursday, October 5, 2023
Severin Reminds Residents: LIHEAP Applications Open Today

Need help with utility bills? LIHEAP applications open today for eligible families Visit www.helpillinoisfamilies.com for eligibility information or Call 1-833-711-0374 for support in multiple languages


Thursday, October 5, 2023
Severin: DCFS Director Resignation Highlights Urgent Need to Protect Children in Care

BENTON – Illinois’ DCFS will have a new director in 2024. That’s according to State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton), who says the decision by long-time and embattled director Marc Smith…