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Monday, April 20, 2026
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update: Moving Bills, Community Events, & More

Last week was the House Third Reading Deadline – here’s what you missed. Moving Bills Last Friday was the deadline to pass our bills through the House before they can…


Thursday, April 16, 2026
Rep. Elik Joins 2A Advocates for IGOLD

State Representative Amy Elik joined with Second Amendment advocates for Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day in Springfield. The advocates held a demonstration to advocate for their Second Amendment rights. “I…


Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Elik Tours Norfolk Southern’s Rail Operations at America’s Central Port

“Last week my staff and I toured America’s Central Port and Norfolk Southern’s rail operations in Granite City with other area legislators,” said Rep. Amy Elik. “It was a very…


Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update: Moving Bills, Homeschool Advocates, March Madness

It has been a very busy few weeks, here’s an update on some things going on around Illinois. Rep. Elik Moves Five Bills Through Committee Last Friday was the House…


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.