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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. ⚠ #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…


Monday, May 5, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

I am heading back to Springfield this week and anticipate a busy week, as this Friday is the deadline to pass Senate Bills through House committees. This update, I’ll let…


Thursday, May 1, 2025
IL House Republicans Slam $6 Billion in Proposed Tax Hikes

Legislators Condemn Pritzker’s Dangerous Political Rhetoric on the National Stage SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois House Republicans slammed proposals from progressive interest groups that would raise taxes by $6 billion on…


Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Elik Thanks Staff on Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day is celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April. This is an opportunity to recognize administrative professionals across the country for their hard…


Monday, April 14, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

We’ve wrapped up a few very busy weeks in Springfield and it’s time for another Capitol Update! I’ve been passing a few bills, standing up for homeschool families, fighting against…