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Friday, October 3, 2025
Severin: Today is National Manufacturing Day

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…


Wednesday, October 1, 2025
2025 Fall Veto Session Preview

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…


Saturday, September 27, 2025
Rep. Severin Marks National Hunting and Fishing Day

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…


Friday, September 26, 2025
Rep. Severin Announces Local Literacy Grants

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…


Thursday, September 25, 2025
Severin Celebrates Southern Illinois’ Rich Tradition of Hunting and Fishing

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…


Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Severin: Today is Women’s Health and Fitness Day

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…


Monday, September 22, 2025
Severin Thanks Surgical Technologists on National Surgical Technologists Week

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…


Thursday, September 18, 2025
Severin: Illinoisans are less safe on 2nd Anniversary of SAFE-T Act

BENTON, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) issued the following statement on the day of the 2 year anniversary of the implementation of the no cash bail element of…


Thursday, September 18, 2025
Severin Celebrates the US Air Force’s Birthday

The U.S. Air Force was established on this day in 1947 and has since played a vital role in defending our nation. On its birthday, we honor the skill, bravery,…


Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Severin: Today is Constitution and Citizenship Day

Constitution and Citizenship Day marks the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787, a document that remains the foundation of our government. Today is also a celebration of those who…