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Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Elik: Madigan’s Corrupt Reign Still Stains Illinois

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) released the following statement following former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan reporting to Federal Prison in West Virginia: “Yesterday, former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan…


Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Elik Takes Part in Southwest Illinois Economic Development Leadership Summit

State Representative Amy Elik joined local leaders at one of World Wide Technology’s warehouses in the Metro East for the Southwest Illinois Economic Development Leadership Summit. Business and government leaders…


Tuesday, July 22, 2025
OSLAD Grant Applications Open

The application period for Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants is open through September 30. Learn more here.


Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Elik and Harriss Join Lawsuit to Fight for Transparency in Illinois Lawmaking Process

Springfield, IL – State Representative Amy Elik (111th–Alton) and State Senator Erica Harriss (56th–Glen Carbon) are demanding accountability and transparency in state government following the adjournment of the spring legislative session…


Thursday, June 12, 2025
Elik: Illinois Citizens’ Safety and Economic Prosperity Should Be Our First Priority

Rep. Amy Elik Issued the following statement following Governor JB Pritzker’s testimony in the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing in Washington DC on the topic of immigration: “Under…


Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

Over the weekend, the Illinois General Assembly passed the largest budget in history, at a whopping 55.2 billion dollars – nearly $2 billion more than last year. While this budget…


Friday, May 30, 2025
Elik Votes No on Assisted Suicide

The Illinois House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 1950 by a vote of 63-42, with many Democrats voting against the measure. State Representative Amy Elik voted against the bill, which…


Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Budget Watch!

Budget season is here. Make sure you’re prepared for this year’s state spending plan by learning the warning signs. âš  #BudgetWatch


Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik Announces $6.4 Million Awarded for Local Transportation Projects

State Representative Amy Elik announced that over $6 million has been awarded to local transportation projects in the 111th District through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP). “I’m so proud…


Friday, May 16, 2025
Elik: STOP the Service Tax!

State Representative Amy Elik is speaking out against a new proposal making the rounds in Springfield that would establish a new sales tax on services across the state. This new…