Illinois State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg)
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Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg)
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Illinois residents urged to register ahead of upcoming general election
With the general election approaching, Illinois residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the voting process and registration requirements. Voting serves as a crucial method for citizens to express their views in government.
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Farm safety week promotes proactive measures amid high-risk season
National Farm Safety and Health Week, observed from September 15 to 21, highlights the importance of safety in the agricultural industry.
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Groundbreaking ceremony held for new arena at Giant City Stables
On September 16, State Senator Dale Fowler gathered with other state officials at Giant City State Park to celebrate the groundbreaking of the enclosed arena at Giant City Stables.
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Illinois officials organize statewide roundtables to discuss aging issues
In an effort to address the growing needs of Illinois’ older adult population, state aging officials are organizing a series of roundtable discussions open to service providers, caregivers, older adults, and the general public.
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Cost of living continues to rise sharply for Illinois residents
Illinois residents continue to face significant increases in their cost of living. The latest report from Insurify reveals that Illinois’ car insurance rates have surged by 46% since 2023. Illinois now ranks among the top five states for year-over-year car insurance increases, adding financial strain on families already dealing with rising expenses and increased tax burdens.
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Illinois senator named champion of manufacturing by state association
State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) has been named a "Champion of Manufacturing" by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA). This recognition comes in light of his commitment to supporting policies that benefit manufacturers and the broader business community in Illinois.
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Sen. Fowler joins IL DCFS at ribbon cutting of donated field office in Marion
Sen. Fowler joined the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and other state and local officials to cut the ribbon on the agency's new regional field office in Marion. Sen. Fowler emphasized that this new field office represents a significant investment in the safety and well-being of the region’s children.
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Illinois announces tax credits for parents and educators
With students back in the classroom and a new school year underway, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is reminding eligible taxpayers that they may claim back-to-school expenses for their K-12 students on their 2024 individual income tax returns. With the high cost of living and taxes placing significant strain on working families, every bit of financial relief counts.
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Illinois Supreme Court upholds ruling blocking candidate slating law
The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld a lower court’s ruling that blocked Senate Bill 2412, a controversial law signed by Governor Pritzker in May. The bill aimed to halt the practice of slating candidates to fill ballot vacancies for the current election cycle, even as candidates were already collecting petition signatures and rearranging their lives to run for office. Republican lawmakers criticized the bill as an attempt to benefit Democratic incumbents and reduce voter choice in the upcoming election.
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State Senator Dale Fowler tours Shawnee Health's Carbondale campus during National Health Center Week
As part of National Health Center Week, Shawnee Health held events throughout the week to highlight the essential roles community health centers play in improving public health. State Senator Dale Fowler toured Shawnee Health’s Carbondale Campus on August 8, witnessing firsthand the impact Shawnee Health is having on Southern Illinois. According to KFVS, health centers represent the nation’s largest primary care network and serve 31.5 million patients nationwide.
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Illinois passes laws on terminology change for offenders and free IDs for released inmates
Legislation changing "offender" to "justice-impacted individual" in some state statutes and providing free state IDs to individuals being released from Illinois jails became law during the week.
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Senator Fowler addresses employment barriers at round table
State Senator Dale Fowler recently participated in a Large Employer Round Table with the City of Marion to discuss childcare and other barriers to employment for Southern Illinois businesses. Senator Fowler joined the discussion to learn more from the business community and share a legislative update.
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Illinois faces unprecedented surge in tornado activity
This year, Illinois has experienced more than 100 tornado incidents, doubling the state’s typical annual average.
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Legislation enables transfer of West Frankfort Armory property
A new law facilitating the transfer of the West Frankfort Armory property to the city has been signed into law, thanks to legislation sponsored by a delegation of Southern Illinois lawmakers.
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Illinois legislation allows sheriffs to serve on local 9-1-1 boards
Legislation recognizing the important role sheriffs play in ensuring the safety and well-being of Illinois communities has been signed into law, thanks to the efforts of State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) and Representative Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis).
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Cave-in-Rock Ferry secures two-year operational extension
An agreement has been reached with the Cave-in-Rock Ferry to keep the services in operation for the next two years.
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Senator Dale Fowler receives legislative award from Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois
Recently, Senator Dale Fowler attended the 44th Biennial Convention of the Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois (AFFI) in Naperville. During this event, Senator Fowler was presented with a Legislative Award in recognition of his support for firefighter issues at the State Capitol.
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New Illinois laws address driver's licenses, influencer children protection, contractor rights
Several new laws are set to take effect on July 1, including measures allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain Illinois driver’s licenses, protections for the children of social media influencers, additional safeguards for independent contractors, and changes to school assessment tests.
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Senator Fowler criticizes newly passed $53 billion Illinois budget
State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) issued a statement following the passage of a budget by Democrat lawmakers, which allocates over $53 billion for Fiscal Year 2025.
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Judge blocks new Illinois election law amid constitutional concerns
On May 22, a Springfield Circuit judge issued a temporary injunction blocking a controversial new election law passed by Democrat lawmakers earlier this month. Critics argue that the law is designed to protect vulnerable incumbents and reduce voter choice.