Murphy Advocacy Prompts Investment in Local Infrastructure

The 99th House District is set to benefit from $254,038,000 worth of transportation infrastructure projects.

Poll: 62% Favor 2020 Candidates Backing Mental Health Care

Advocates: Illinois Lawmakers, Governor Pritzker Need "Marshall Plan" to Fund Mental Health Care, Addiction Treatment, Prevention.

Illinois Marijuana Dispensary License Applications Unveiled

State agencies also released a map of parts of the state determined to be "disproportionately impacted" by poverty and the drug war.

Rep. Butler Applauds LaHood Appointment to Chair Lincoln Library

Rep. Tim Butler is praising the move by Gov. Pritzker to appoint Ray LaHood to chair the board of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library.

Murphy to Wrap-Up September Community Meeting Tour in New Berlin

State Rep. Mike Murphy invites residents to join him for some coffee and a casual discussion in New Berlin on September 25.

Rep. Murphy Tapped for Commission on Young Adult Employment

State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) has been appointed to serve on the Commission on Young Adult Employment.

Butler Resolution Honors 50th Anniversary of Sen. Dirksen Passing

House Resolution 419 memorializes September 7, 2019 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the passing of U.S. Senator Everett Dirksen.

Rep. Murphy Bill to Promote Career Readiness Now Law

House Bill 2165 updates high school graduation requirements for mathematics so schools are able to provide more course offerings.

Madigan Chief Of Staff Ruled By Fear For Over 25 Years: Report

An independent investigation commissioned amid the #MeToo movement issued a 201-page report Tuesday on bullying and harassment at Capitol.

Join Rep. Murphy for ‘Ice Cream with Mike’

State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) is inviting 99th District residents to join him for a family friendly meet and greet.

Illinois 1st State To Require EpiPen Insurance Coverage For Kids

Gov. Pritzker signed the measure into law Aug. 9, calling the legislation "a big step forward in protecting" Illinois children and families.

IL Mental Health 1st Aid Law Will Help with Youth Suicide Fight

The new law authorizes school districts to use Illinois Mental Health First Aid training program to provide the in-service for teachers.

LGBTQ History Will Be Taught In Illinois Public Schools

Illinois Gov. Pritzker signed House Bill 246 Friday, requiring public schools to teach LGBTQ history starting next year.

Rep. Butler Hosting Coffee & Conversation Series

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation in Riverton, Lincoln and Hopedale.

Rep. Murphy to Host Second Traveling Shred Truck on Aug. 10th

State Rep. Mike Murphy hosting second paper shredding event that will travel to different communities around the 99th House District.

Rep. Murphy Named to Task Force to Create Health Care Savings

State Representative Mike Murphy (R-Springfield) has been appointed to serve on the State Sponsored Health Clinic Task Force.

Gov. Signs Package Backed by Butler to Strengthen Scott’s Law

Today, IL Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed two pieces of legislation to strengthen the awareness and enforcement of Scott’s Law.

Rep. Butler Hosting Coffee & Conversation Series During August

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation in Riverton, Lincoln and Hopedale this August.

Illinois GOP's 'Jihad Squad' Post Sparks Apology

The four freshman Democratic congresswomen are depicted with guns on a movie poster mock-up, titled "Jihad Squad."

IL Rifle Association Sues State Over Gun Licensing Law

According to the Illinois State Rifle Association, the new law put over 1,200 gun dealers out of business.

Rep. Murphy to Serve on Property Tax Relief Task Force

State Representative Mike Murphy has been appointed to serve on the newly created Property Tax Relief Task Force.

Rep. Butler Tapped for Property Tax Relief Task Force

State Rep. Tim Butler has been tapped to serve on the newly created Property Tax Relief Task Force.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Son Ask Trump To Pardon Blagojevich

The father and son Democratic duo asked the president to pardon Blagojevich, who tried to sell Obama's former Senate seat.

Eastern Illinois Hosts Teen Conference on Drug, Alcohol Free Life

400 participants, volunteers, and mentors at Cebrin Goodman Teen Institute 45th annual leadership conference July 19th through July 25th.

Join Rep. Butler for Coffee & Conversation in Athens

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation on Friday, July 12 at Athens City Hall from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Join Rep. Butler for Coffee & Conversation in Athens

Join State Representative Tim Butler for some coffee and conversation on Friday, July 12 at Athens City Hall from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Bicentennial of 21-Star U.S. Flag for Illinois this July 4

Bicentennial of 21-Star U.S. Flag for Illinois becoming a state is this July 4, Rep. Butler encourages Illinoisans to celebrate.

Pritzker Signs Abortion Bill, Calls It 'A Giant Step Forward'

"In a time when too many states across the nation are taking a step backward, Illinois is taking a giant step forward for women’s health."

Illinois Gas Tax Will Double, Sports Gambling Bill Passes

Lawmakers also signed off on a $40 billion state budget over the weekend.

Sweeping Abortion Rights Bill Heads To Pritzker's Desk

The bill has the support of the governor, who vowed that Illinois would be the "most progressive state" on abortion laws.

Bill Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Passes Illinois House

Under the new law, people over age 21 can legally possess up to 30 grams of cannabis starting next year.

Butler, IL House Honor Life of Tremont Marine Daniel Baker

During Memorial Day proceedings, the IL House paused for the adoption of House Resolution 367 to honor the life of USMC Cpl. Daniel Baker.

Marijuana Legalization Passes Illinois Senate, Heads To House

The revised bill restricts home-grown cannabis, limits expungement of past pot convictions and adjusts how marijuana revenue is distributed.

Illinois House Passes Abortion Rights Bill

As other states pass increasingly restrictive abortion bans, Illinois passed sweeping abortion rights protections.

Progressive Income Tax Constitutional Amendment Headed To Ballot

In a party-line vote on Memorial Day, the House voted to put a proposed amendment to the Illinois Constitution on the November 2020 ballot.

Butler: One-Off Tax Hike Vote is Not the Answer

State Representative Tim Butler (R-Springfield) issues statement following tax hike vote.

Advocates Hail Student Mental Health First Aid Bill Approval

Mental Health First Aid training of adults aims to help students who may be facing a behavioral health crisis, such as suicidal thoughts.

Madigan Sexual Harassment Investigation Could Cost $1.38 Million

An audit of the handling of harassment complaints in Speaker Michael Madigan's office has already cost $571,000, according to a new report.

Reps Butler & Murphy to Host Senior Technology Workshop May 6th

State Reps Tim Butler and Mike Murphy are inviting local seniors to a free workshop about how to use technology such as smartphones.

Legalize Marijuana? Illinois Needs Mental Health Funding Boost

Advocates tell lawmakers: prepare to boost mental health care, drug prevention, and treatment funding to address services demand surge.