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Monday, February 23, 2026
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update: Budget Address, Data Centers, The Bears, & More

It’s been a busy few weeks, and here’s everything you should know about the Governor’s Budget Address, Data Centers, & More. Data Centers I know data centers have been a…


Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Rep. Elik Previews State of the State

State Representatives Amy Elik (Alton), Dan Ugaste (Geneva), and Patrick Windhorst (Metropolis) held a press conference in Springfield on the eve of the Governor’s 2026 State of the State and…


Friday, February 6, 2026
Illinois Democrats Want to Fine You for Using a Firepit!

Here is what Illinois Democrats think is important. Fining you for use of a firepit. Creating a new regulatory scheme and instituting fines of $100,000 if you don’t comply.


Friday, January 30, 2026
Elik, Harriss Visit CAVC Expansion Project Site

llinois State Senator Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) toured the Collinsville Area Vocational Center (CAVC) expansion site to get a firsthand look at building progress…


Wednesday, January 21, 2026
WATCH: Rep. Elik Says Taxpayers Deserve Their Money to be Spent Wisely – Not Politically

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) participated in a press conference with House Minority Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) and State Representative Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) to discuss the issue of affordability in…


Friday, January 16, 2026
Office Closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 


Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Rep. Elik’s 2025 By The Numbers

Thursday, December 18, 2025
Merry Christmas from Rep. Amy Elik

As 2025 draws to a close and we look forward to the excitement of a new year, I’d like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and…


Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Veto Session Recap: Transit, Immigration, & Assisted Suicide

Here’s an update after a rough week in Springfield for Veto Session. Illinois Democrats Pass a $2.5 Billion Mass Transit Bailout It was déjà vu all over again at the…


Monday, October 20, 2025
Rep. Elik Tours SIU SDM During Free Dental Care Event to Give Kids A Smile

State Rep. Amy Elik and other local legislators toured Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine during Give Kids a Smile, a free dental health event for children age 3-13….