GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis

Governor Pritzker Orders Limited Entry Into Illinois Prisons

This temporary measure permits IDOC to protect its present population and be assured of sufficient supplies and tests to protect staff.

Rep. Murphy Responds to Governor’s Modified Stay at Home Order

State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) issued the following statement in response to the modified order.

Protesters Demand Pritzker 'Open Illinois' Despite Coronavirus

Part of a nationwide "Operation Gridlock movement," the group demanded an end to Illinois' stay-at-home order.

Rep. Miller: IL needs plan to bring businesses back online

Miller also wants proposals such as gun store closures to be taken off the table

Ex-County Board Member Is Interim Behavioral Health Group CEO

Randy Wells will lead the Illinois Association for Behavioral Health as the interim CEO effective April 11, 2020.

Rep. Butler to Hold COVID-19 Facebook Live Forum on Saturday

State Representative Tim Butler is going to hold a COVID-19 Facebook Live Forum on Saturday, March 21 at 11 a.m.

Murphy Applauds Small Biz and Employee Support w/ COVID-19 Action

Today, Pritzker announced that two new measures sought by Murphy will be going into effect to defer sales taxes and provide disaster loans.

Murphy Seeking Small Biz and Employee Support w/ COVID-19 Action

In a letter to the Governor, Murphy laid out several proposals to help small businesses and their employees weather the economic damage.

Illinois Primary Election Still Happening, For Now: Pritzker

Despite the closing of schools, bars and restaurants, Tuesday's primary is still on.

IL Coronavirus: State Capitol Closed, Session Postponed

According to the Illinois Senate calendar, the Senate had been scheduled to be in session March 18-20.

Butler, Bourne Call for Audit & Suspension of Auto Registration

In light of yet another “programming error” related to Illinois’ Automatic Voter Registration system, audit and suspension called for.

Legislators Mull Creation of Behavioral Health Workforce Center

Senate, House Lawmakers Hold Hearings on New Behavioral Health Workforce Center Task Force Report

Rep. Murphy Joins Call to Address FOID Delays & Reduce Costs

State Rep. Mike Murphy is joining the call to end delays in FOID card processing and address fund sweeps.

Kankakee Girl Advocates For Lemonade Stands

“Everyone is sick and tired of all of us getting shut down for our lemonade stands ... it’s time to make a change,” said Hayli Martenez.

Rep. Murphy Bill Creates Incentive to Spur Small Business Growth

Legislation sponsored by State Representative Mike Murphy creates a tax incentive for small businesses to save and invest in Illinois.

$40 Million Behavioral Health Bump in Pritzker Budget Hailed

Illinois’ top behavioral health advocates praised Governor J.B. Pritzker’s proposed increase for mental health and addiction care services.

Rep. Butler on Budget Address: Where is the Improved Efficiency?

Following Governor Pritzker’s Budget Address, State Representative Tim Butler (R-Springfield) issued the following statement.

Murphy Says Structural Reform Needed after Gov.’s Budget Address

State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) released the following statement in response to the Budget Address.

Blagojevich Released After Trump Commutes Sentence

The ex-governor was released after nearly 8 years, saying he couldn't wait to get home to his wife and kids — and have a banana split.

NBA Stars Back Illinois Bill Allowing College Athletes To Profit From Sponsorships

Should student-athletes be able to make money from sponsorships in Illinois?

Murphy, IL House Honor the Passing of Frank and Cinda Edwards

Rep. Murphy leads the IL House in remarks as it paused proceedings to honor the passing of Frank and Cinda Edwards, as well as John Evans.

Murphy: It’s Time Governor, Let’s End the “Scourge” of Corruption

By State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield – 99th District).

Butler, Group Urge Support to Ban ‘Sweepstakes’ Machines

A growing chorus of bipartisan legislators have been pressing the case for legislation as the realities of sweepstakes machines are exposed.

Butler Responds to Governor's State of the State Address

State Rep. Tim Butler responding to the Governor's State of the State address by saying he needs to stand by ethics reform commitment.

Murphy on State of the State - Gov. Must Act on Ethics Reform

State Rep. Mike Murphy released the following statement in response to Governor JB Pritzker's State of the State address.

Butler, GOP Call for Hearing Following Non-Citizen Registrations

Recent revelations have shown the Office of Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White allowed non-citizens to register to vote.

Great to See Growing Support to End Legislator Pay Loophole

If a member of the General Assembly resigns from office early, they should not get paid by taxpayers for that whole month.

House Republicans Continue to Push for Property Tax Relief

Despite the latest Democrat-controlled task force’s failure to deliver, House Republicans will continue to fight for property tax relief.

Satanic Temple Holiday Display Returns To Illinois Capitol

The holiday sculpture, named "Knowledge is the Greatest Gift," has returned to the Statehouse.

Murphy Frustrated by Lack of Substance to Ethics Reform Votes

Rep. Mike Murphy supported the measures, but expressed frustration at their lack of substance in the face of better options.

Republicans Take Aim at Board of Elections Conflict of Interest

Republican legislators file legislation prohibiting board members from funding PACs

Lightfoot Heads To Springfield To Push Casino Plan

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is heading to Springfield today to roll the dice and try winning over state lawmakers.

Murphy, House Republicans Call for Sweeping Ethics Reform Package

Rep. Murphy joined House colleagues to call for action on a sweeping package of ethics reform legislation introduced late last week.

Butler, House Republicans Press Ethics Reform Package

The House Republican caucus announced the package at a press conference in Chicago this morning.

Rep. Murphy Pushes Bill to Curb Legislator Pay Loophole

House Bill 818 would prevent a member of the General Assembly from receiving a full months pay if they resign before the month ends.

Rep. Butler Attends Institute to Reduce Polluted Runoff

The Birkholz Institute brought together a bipartisan, binational group of 21 legislators from seven states and two provinces.

Murphy Resolution Sets Nov. 1 as Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day

House Joint Resolution 15 declares November 1, 2019 as Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day in the State of Illinois.

Murphy, House Honor Passing of Former Sangamon Co. Sheriff Barr

HR 543 honors the life of former Sangamon County Sheriff Wesley "Wes" Barr, Jr., who passed away suddenly earlier this month.

Butler Takes Action to Curb ‘Sweepstakes’ Machines

Rep. Tim Butler has filed legislation in the House to bring so-called “sweepstakes” machines under Illinois’ video gaming laws.