Illinois State Sen. Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport)
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Illinois Democrats pass major bills on taxes, immigration enforcement restrictions
Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly passed several major bills during the final day of the 2026 fall veto session, including new taxes, changes to immigration enforcement, public transit funding, energy rates, and business taxation.
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Illinois lawmakers debate tax hike proposal; senate honors Charlie Kirk
Legislators have returned to Springfield for the final days of the fall veto session, where a proposal to increase taxes by up to $1.5 billion is under discussion.
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Illinois lawmakers debate transit funding and face growing budget deficit
State lawmakers returned to Springfield last week for the first part of the annual fall Veto Session.
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Chesney calls for ethics reform after Madigan begins prison sentence
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan began serving a 7.5-year federal prison sentence on October 13 after being convicted on 10 counts of public corruption.
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Chesney calls for ethics reform as former Speaker Madigan begins prison sentence
Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan reported to prison on October 13, following his conviction earlier this year on charges including bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy, and other corruption offenses related to a scheme involving Commonwealth...
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House passes resolution honoring Charlie Kirk amid partisan division
On September 10, the U.S. House of Representatives observed a moment of silence after news emerged that Charlie Kirk had been shot, though his death had not yet been confirmed.
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Senator Chesney addresses federal shutdown impact and announces new road funding
The federal government shut down on October 1 after Democrats rejected a bipartisan plan that would have kept it open.
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Senator Chesney awards scholarship; local crash investigated; state spending rises under Pritzker
Senator Andrew Chesney recently visited Scales Mound High School to present a $500 scholarship to the school's Trap Team.
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Illinois lawmakers propose “Charlie Kirk Day”; harvest permits open; IPASS event set in Galena
Legislation has been introduced in the Illinois Senate to establish “Charlie Kirk Day” on September 10 each year.
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Senator Chesney awards $500 scholarship to Scales Mound High School Trap Team
Senator Andrew Chesney, a Republican representing Illinois' 45th Senate District, recently awarded a $500 scholarship to the Scales Mound High School Trap Team.
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Chesney criticizes governor’s rhetoric amid calls for civility after Charlie Kirk shooting
America is currently experiencing heightened political tensions, with concerns growing over the impact of divisive rhetoric on public discourse and safety.
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Senator Chesney calls for veteran tributes for Capitol Rotunda Veterans Day display
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) is encouraging families in the 45th Senate District to participate in a Veterans Day display at the Illinois Capitol Rotunda.
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Senator Chesney responds to national events; highlights local initiatives
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was killed last Wednesday during an outdoor event at Utah Valley University.
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Senator Chesney reacts to killing of activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) responded to the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed by a gunman during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
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Chesney calls for stronger public safety measures amid rising violence in Illinois
The City of Chicago has recorded the highest number of homicides among the nation’s 75 largest cities, with 573 murders in 2024.
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Chesney criticizes Rockford mayor's stance on ICE cooperation; addresses lawsuit over student aid
State Senator Andrew Chesney has criticized Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara’s recent statements supporting the city’s policy of not cooperating with federal immigration authorities.
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Senator Andrew Chesney calls for National Guard deployment and policy changes in Illinois
Senator Andrew Chesney has urged President Donald Trump to continue with plans to deploy the National Guard in Chicago, following reports of reduced crime after a similar deployment in Washington, D.C. Chesney stated that President Trump has...
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State Sen. Andrew Chesney supports National Guard deployment amid rising Chicago violence
State Senator Andrew Chesney (R-Freeport) has joined other conservative legislators and anti-crime advocates in calling for President Donald Trump to deploy the National Guard to address violent crime in Chicago. “President Trump is absolutely right.
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Chesney criticizes Rockford mayor over non-cooperation with federal immigration authorities
Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara recently used social media to confirm the city's continued support for undocumented immigrants and its policy of not cooperating with federal immigration enforcement.
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Chesney calls for repeal of TRUST Act after fatal crash involving repeat DUI offender
Illinois State Senator Andrew Chesney has called for the repeal of the TRUST Act and SAFE-T Act after a fatal car crash on August 9 that involved a repeat DUI offender.