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Monday, July 15, 2024
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

MOBILE OFFICE HOURS Thank you for all the constituents who joined me at my Mobile Office Hours in Wood River last week! As your State Rep, I make every effort…


Monday, July 8, 2024
Rep. Elik Encourages You to Nominate Illinoisan of the Day

The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is seeking 10 individuals to spotlight each day of the Illinois State Fair as an Illinoisan of the Day. The Illinoisan of the Day program…


Friday, July 5, 2024
Elik: Apply For OSLAD Grants Before Deadline

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will accept applications for the next round of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grants between July 1 through Sept. 13, closing…


Thursday, July 4, 2024
Happy Independence Day!

Happy 4th of July! Since this day in 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom, liberty, and hope across the globe. Have a safe and relaxing holiday! My office…


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Elik: Support Independent Retailers!

July is National Independent Retailer Month. This month, join me in showing some appreciation for your favorite independent retailer! As a cornerstone in our economy, independent retailers contribute so much…


Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Celebrating Freedom on Juneteenth

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas on June 19, 1865,…


Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Senate Needs to Act on HB4241 to Protect Illinois Students

All students deserve to learn in a safe environment, regardless of age. The Senate should take up HB 4241, which I am Chief Sponsor of, as soon as possible to…


Monday, June 17, 2024
Healthcare Access Extended For Diabetes Glucose Monitors

This year we passed a bipartisan piece of legislation to extend access to diabetes glucose monitors and related supplies to all Illinois patients, regardless of diabetes type. Learn more from…


Sunday, June 16, 2024
Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day to all of the incredible fathers out there! Be sure to show appreciation for all that the fathers in your life do.


Friday, June 14, 2024
Happy Birthday U.S. Army!

On this day in 1775, the United States Army was founded. Thank you to all of the brave men and women who have served in the Army since its founding…