Typically, we focus on substantive issues and policies in these newsletters. Today’s “Hot Topic of the Week” is a little different – constituent service. From my first day in office, I made providing local constituent service my top priority, and I’m proud to say that my office continues to deliver. Please read this brief newsletter and if you know someone who needs help navigating the rocks and shoals of state government, send it along to them. Enjoy the Independence Day Week and in the next newsletter, we’ll get back to the policy talk.
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has released its updated Multi-Year transportation improvement plan, with Senator Craig Wilcox (R-Woodstock) announcing that $205,077,000 is allocated to the 32nd Senate District. Of this amount, $193,807,000 is designated for state highway improvements within the district, and $11,270,000 is set aside for local highway enhancements. The plan allocates $55,030,000 in IDOT funds for state and local projects in the 32nd District during the current fiscal year.
Sen. Wilcox, Rep. Weber, and Rep. Reick are set to host a Real I.D. Event in the City of McHenry on Monday, August 5, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm. Registration is mandatory and space is limited; interested individuals are advised to call Sen. Wilcox’s office at 815-455-6330 to reserve a spot in line.
In this week's newsletter, the focus is on pensions, a critical yet often overlooked issue in state government. Steven Reick, Republican Spokesman on the House Personnel & Pensions Committee, highlights the gravity of Illinois' pension crisis.
Senator Craig Wilcox recently concluded a series of traveling office hours events in the 32nd District and has announced additional outreach events scheduled for the summer and fall. The upcoming events include:
June 20th is a day to honor the national symbol: the American Eagle. On American Eagle Day, people are encouraged to learn more about efforts to protect this endangered species. More information about the bald eagle population in Illinois can be found at: https://www.thecaucusblog.com/…/eagles-thrive-in…
More than 150 local chambers of commerce, including several in the 32nd Senate District, will be awarded a share of $5 million in grant funding through the state’s Back to Business (B2B) Local Chambers program.
The 2024 Illinois Free Fishing Days celebration will take place from June 14 to June 17, coinciding with Father’s Day weekend. During this four-day event, anglers can fish without purchasing a fishing license, salmon stamp, or inland trout stamp.
Last week, the focus was on the process used by Democrats to pass their tax increase. This week, we will discuss recent events at the Capitol, particularly progress in child welfare and upcoming legislative actions that may affect grocery prices.
The Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced a new initiative aimed at assisting teen drivers during the summer months. The program, titled "Teen Summer DMV Saturdays," is designed to help young drivers reach the milestone of becoming legal Illinois drivers.
Omaha Beach. Eighty years ago today, this stretch of sand looked very different as American troops embarked on the Great Crusade to save the world from tyranny. Learn more about D-Day and its impact on the outcome of WWII: https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2024/06/marking-80th-anniversary-of-d-day-and.html
I attended yesterday’s graduation of 10 men who have been through the program at the McHenry County Drug Court & Mental Health Court. This is an innovative way to address the issues of drug abuse and mental health. Best of luck to all of them!