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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…


Thursday, June 12, 2025
Rep. Severin Marks National Pollinators Month

National Pollinators Month is about celebrating the birds, bats, bees, butterflies, beetles, and other small animals that move pollen from one flower to another. Pollinators are responsible for bringing us…


Monday, June 9, 2025
Rep. Severin: It’s Men’s Health Month

Men’s Health Week is a reminder to take proactive steps toward better health physically, mentally, and emotionally. This week is a chance to encourage the men in our lives to…


Friday, June 6, 2025
Rep. Severin Celebrates National Donut Day

Happy National Donut Day!


Friday, June 6, 2025
Rep. Severin Marks D-Day Anniversary

June 6 marks D-Day, the anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy in 1944. It was a turning point in World War II and a moment of extraordinary courage, sacrifice,…


Thursday, June 5, 2025
Rep. Severin Kicks off Annual Summer Reading Program for 1st – 4th Grade Students, Offers Pool Party at Mt. Vernon Aquatic Zoo for Participants

BENTON – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is once again sponsoring his Annual Summer Reading Program for 1st through 4th grade students residing in the 116th district. Severin says this…


Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Rep. Severin Joins WJPF Radio for End of Session/Budget Interview

MARION, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) joined Tom Miller on WJPF’s Morning Newswatch. Rep. Severin had the following to say about the interview. “It was great to be…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Severin Says NO to $1 Billion in Tax Hikes, Fees, and Fund Sweeps to Fund Massive Democrats-Only Budget

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) voted no on $1 billion in tax increases, fund sweeps, and higher fees that were used to fund a near-record spending $55.2…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Rep. Severin – I’m Voting NO on Democrats’ Tax and Spend Budget