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Severin: 'There is a total misunderstanding by House Democrats of our constitutional right to bear arms'

By SE Illinois News Report | Jan 2, 2023

State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) is promoting a petition rallying against House Bill 5855 in a Facebook post.

Bittle: ‘The no cash bail provisions of the SAFE-T act were found unconstitutional’

By SE Illinois News Report | Jan 1, 2023

Hardin County State’s Attorney Todd Bittle noted the SAFE-T Act will not take effect in Hardin County.

Aud: ‘The judge has ruled in favor of myself and the 64 other state’s attorneys’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 30, 2022

White County State’s Attorney Denton W. Aud said he is pleased a Kankakee County judge overruled the SAFE-T Act.

Windhorst: ‘Ending cash bail is unconstitutional’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 30, 2022

State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) said he is unsurprised the cashless bail provision in the controversial Safe-T Act would be ruled unconstitutional.

Mayor Moore: ‘Whether it's a uniform of blue or a uniform of tan, that response is there and the needs are met’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 24, 2022

The Fairfield City council considers an intergovernmental agreement with the county sheriff’s office.

Windhorst: ‘Basically, it's a ban on certain semiautomatic pistols and rifles and shotguns’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 24, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) spoke with Rep. Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) on a Facebook livestream regarding HB5855, the Protect Illinois Communities Act.

Severin: HB5855 hurts ‘law-abiding citizens' rights to bear arms and protect themselves and their families’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 23, 2022

State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) has launched a petition opposing HB5855 the Protect Illinois Communities Act.

Windhorst: 'Enjoyed seeing everyone at our Century Club & Supporters Appreciation Dinner tonight!'

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 22, 2022

Illinois State Representative Patrick Windhorst (R) commented on his appearance at the Century Club & Supporters Appreciation Dinner

Bailey: Fill out your witness slip for HB5855. Prepare to stand firm

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 18, 2022

State Sen. Darren Bailey, R-Xenia, used his Facebook page to encourage his constituents to fill out witness slips for House Bill 5855.

Severin presents nephew with House recognition: 'Yesterday I was honored to present my nephew Marty Leffler with an Official Illinois House of Representatives Certificate of Congratulations'

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 18, 2022

State Rep. David Severin, R-Rockford, in a Dec. 14 Facebook post noted that he had the opportunity to present his nephew with an Official Illinois House of Representatives Certificate of Congratulations.

Windhorst: 'I have been a leading voice in opposing the end of cash bail'

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 8, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) published a press release regarding amendments made to the SAFE-T Act, which he posted to Facebook Dec. 1.

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Niemerg: ‘Substantive bills should be debated on the floor’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 6, 2022

The Illinois Freedom Caucus (ILFC) is seeking an end to consent calendar votes in which members give a simple up or down without debate.

Niemerg on the incarcerated being allowed to vote: ‘This raises some questions about the unintended consequences of this piece of legislation’

By SE Illinois News Report | Dec 1, 2022

State Rep. Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) is expressing his disappointment a drive by Democrats to allow the incarcerated to vote.

Severin on backpack drive: 'We want them to have something they can call their own'

By SE Illinois News Report | Nov 29, 2022

State Rep. Dave Severin (R-Benton) revealed the launch of the Stuff the Backpacks holiday drive in a Nov. 22 Facebook post and a news release from his office.

///EIP///Severin: 'Yesterday I was happy to attend the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon at Ringside'

By SE Illinois News Report | Nov 27, 2022

Rep. Dave Severin appreciated the turnout at the monthly luncheon of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce.

Severin honors veterans, helps out at food distribution event

By SE Illinois News Report | Nov 26, 2022

Members of the Illinois State Legislature recently celebrated Veterans Day, including state Rep. Dave Severin (R-Marion) and Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro), who both took to Facebook to recognize those who have served our country in the military.

Severin: 'I am very proud of the cooperation and the results that we have been able to achieve'

By SE Illinois News Report | Nov 19, 2022

In a Nov. 16 Facebook post, Rep. Dave Severin (R-Marion) shared a press release announcing legislation to transfer the Southern Illinois Arts and Artisans Center from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to the Rend Lake Conservancy District.

Bailey: ‘I just spoke to Gov. Pritzker and congratulated on his win tonight’

By SE Illinois News Report | Nov 9, 2022

Republican gubernatorial candidate state Sen. Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) noted in his concession speech that despite losing the bid for governor, he will continue to work on behalf of Illinoisans.

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