Illinois State Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport)
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Andrew Chesney urges Gov. Pritzker: Opt-in for federal school choice tax credit
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is urging Governor JB Pritzker to opt Illinois into a federal school choice tax credit scholarship program.
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Illinois approves new budget amid record revenue; Senator Chesney hosts advisory meeting
Democratic lawmakers in Illinois have approved a new budget that includes nearly $1 billion in additional tax hikes, despite the state collecting a record $54 billion in tax revenue last year.
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Illinois sees new fiscal year with increased state taxes
The start of the new fiscal year in Illinois has brought several tax increases, as implemented by Statehouse Democrats.
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Senator Chesney supports passage of Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill
On July 3, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Senate-amended version of President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill."
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Governor Pritzker announces bid for third term amid fiscal scrutiny
Governor J.B. Pritzker has announced his intention to run for a third term in office.
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Illinois senator challenges state budget process; DOJ opposes gun ban
Senator Andrew Chesney, along with a group of conservative lawmakers, has filed a lawsuit challenging the budget adoption process in Illinois.
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Senator Chesney hosts IPASS on Demand event in Genoa
State Senator Andrew Chesney is set to host an IPASS on Demand event in Genoa, Illinois.
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Chesney critiques Pritzker's policies; highlights Madigan sentencing and community events
Senator Andrew Chesney recently traveled to Washington, D.C., joining a group of conservative Illinois lawmakers to witness Governor J.B. Pritzker's testimony regarding Illinois' sanctuary state policies.
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Illinois budget process challenged over constitutional concerns
The Illinois legislative session for spring 2025 concluded in the early hours of June 1, with the budget for the next fiscal year being approved at the last minute.
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Senator Chesney comments on Madigan's sentencing over corruption charges
State Senator Andrew Chesney has released a statement following the sentencing of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan on federal corruption charges.
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Senator Chesney criticizes Governor Pritzker's sanctuary state policies in Washington
State Senator Andrew Chesney of Freeport traveled to Washington, D.C., to join other conservative Illinois lawmakers at the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Senator Chesney announces free document shredding events on June 21
State Senator Andrew Chesney has announced two free document shredding events for residents of the 45th District.
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Senator Andrew Chesney challenges Illinois budget process as unconstitutional
State Senator Andrew Chesney has filed a legal challenge against the process used to pass Illinois' $55.2 billion state budget, which he claims was pushed through unconstitutionally and without transparency.
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Senator Chesney addresses track meet controversy, energy reforms, support for young farmers
At a junior high girls' track meet in Naperville, controversy arose when a biological male competed and won the 100- and 400-meter races.
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Illinoisans gather for IGOLD rally; Pritzker’s tax hikes spark debate
Illinoisans recently gathered at the State Capitol for Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD), an event organized by the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) to advocate for Second Amendment rights.
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Illinois homeowners face rising property tax bills amid political gridlock
Homeowners in Illinois are once again bracing for the arrival of their annual property tax bills, a recurring source of financial strain.
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Chesney joins Noem at press conference addressing immigration policy impacts
Senator Andrew Chesney participated in a press conference with U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem in Springfield last week.
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Senator Chesney criticizes Illinois sanctuary state policies alongside Homeland Security Secretary
On Wednesday, Senator Andrew Chesney joined U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in Springfield to address concerns regarding Governor Pritzker's sanctuary state policies.
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Senator Chesney launches summer reading program for young students
State Senator Andrew Chesney has launched the 2025 Summer Reading Program aimed at encouraging children in his district to engage in reading during the summer break.
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Illinois faces scrutiny over proposed tax hikes amid economic concerns
The ongoing debate over fiscal policy in Illinois has reached a critical juncture, with questions being raised about the state's spending habits.