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Thursday, June 1, 2023
Bryant, Severin Join Mount Vernon Officials for Manufacturing Jobs Announcement

MT. VERNON – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) and State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joined officials from the city of Mount Vernon and Jefferson County for an event celebrating the…


Thursday, June 1, 2023
Severin Says Drink Milk for Strong, Healthy Bones on WORLD MILK DAY

Did you know milk’s nutrients are linked to immune health, bone and muscle health, reduced inflammation and reduced risk of chronic diseases? Happy #WorldMilkDay to the dairy farmers and milk…


Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Rep. Severin Marks National Senior Health and Fitness Day

Exercise and physical activity are not only great for your mental and physical health, but they can help keep you independent as you age. Learn how to get started with…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
World MS Day

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Severin: Memorial Day a Time to Honor Fallen American Heroes

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Bless our fallen heroes this Memorial Day and always.


Saturday, May 27, 2023
Rep. Severin Votes No on Democrats Tax-Hike-Filled Unbalanced Budget

“Food, fuel, and medicine costs are out of control in this environment of Biden inflation,” Severin said. “I came to Springfield to work in good faith, to cut taxes for working families, and to pass a balanced budget that supports critical services while holding firm on stopping the growth of government. This budget expands government in ways that we will not be able to afford going into the future and sets Illinoisans up for guaranteed tax increases later on.”


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Rep. Severin Honors Fallen Firefighter Kody Vanfossan

SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) received unanimous support for HJR 36, a House Joint Resolution that renames a stretch of Hwy. 148 near Christopher, Illinois in Rep. Severin’s…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Severin Summer Reading Club – Sign Up Today!

As your 116th district State Representative, I want to invite students in 1st through 4th grade participate in my annual “Wild About Reading” Summer Reading Club. Those students that read…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Severin Says – May 24, 2023

Dear Friend, The Illinois House will return to action today to begin considering the FY 24 budget. The latest news from Springfield is that the Senate will likely pass a…


Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Severin: Ethics Reforms Must Pass Before End of Session

Democrats passed dozens of their priorities through the House on what was supposed to be the final week of session. Noticeably absent from those bills were the comprehensive ethics reform measures needed to end…