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Friday, April 28, 2023
IHDA Home Repair and Accessibility Grants Now Available

The Illinois Housing Development Authority announced the opening of the Home Repair and Accessibility Program this week. The program will assist low-income homeowners with health, safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency repairs…


Friday, April 28, 2023
Truth in Public Safety Working Group Unveils Robust Legislative Package

The House Republican Truth in Public Safety Working Group (TIPS) has introduced a series of measures designed to balance the rights of the accused while ensuring the safety of the…


Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Rep. Severin Welcomes Christopher Lady Bearcats Basketball Team to Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) introduced the 2022-2023 Christopher Lady Bearcats Basketball team to the Illinois House today. The Lady Bearcats and their coaches were on hand to…


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Happy National Library Workers Day!

Thank you to our library workers for encouraging a love of reading, guiding us to important resources, and being a wealth of knowledge in our communities. Happy Library Workers Day!


Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Rep. Severin Attends “Ag in the Classroom” Events at Local Elementary Schools

BENTON – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) attended several local elementary schools this week to participate in “Ag in the Classroom” activities. “One of my favorite parts of being a…


Monday, April 24, 2023
House GOP Week in Review

BUDGET House Republicans call for a moratorium, audit of Illinois’ billion-dollar health benefits program for undocumented immigrants.  Illinois House Republican leaders are calling for a moratorium on expansion and a…


Monday, April 24, 2023
Rep. Severin to Host Pro-Life Policy Virtual Legislative Update

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is set to host a Pro-Life Policy Virtual Legislative Update on the evening of April 24, 2023. Rep. Severin says legislation pending…


Saturday, April 22, 2023
Earth Day 2023

Earth Day 2023!


Thursday, April 20, 2023
Volunteer Recognition Day

Today we celebrate the selfless individuals who donate their time, energy, and skills in support of great causes across Illinois. Thank you, Volunteers! #VolunteerRecognitionDay


Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Rep. Severin Hosts District Women Leaders in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) says he was proud to host guests at the Illinois State Capitol today as part of the Illinois House Republicans’ “Emerging Women Leaders”…