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Thursday, May 30, 2024
SNAP Benefits Stolen

During a recent six-month span, more than $4.5 million was stolen from Illinois’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Here’s what you need to know. Stolen SNAP benefits top $4.5M…


Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Elik Reacts to FY 2025 State Budget (Video)

Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Rep. Elik Statement on FY 2025 State Budget

Springfield, IL…State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) issued a statement following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 state budget that will take effect July 1, 2024. “I voted no on…


Tuesday, May 28, 2024
House Back in Session Today

We are back in Springfield today to take up the state budget and a number of other bills that still need to be heard in the House. Session convened at…


Monday, May 27, 2024
Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a reminder of the brave men and women who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. While Memorial Day is usually a holiday marking the beginning…


Friday, May 24, 2024
Team Illinois Youth Police Camp

The Team Illinois Youth Police Camp is a week-long program that challenges young adults to better themselves through the philosophy of “Teamwork, Commitment and Pride.” Team Illinois Youth Police Camp…


Thursday, May 23, 2024
Senator Harriss & Representative Elik jointly pass bipartisan package of bills

Springfield, IL – State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and State Representative Amy Elik (111th-Alton) are proud to announce the passage of several pieces of legislation with bipartisan support for…


Thursday, May 23, 2024
Budget Talks Stall as Democrats Could Miss Self-Imposed Deadline Again

It looks like Democrats may blow past their self-imposed budget deadline again this year. Republicans have once again been cut out of the process. We have to work together if…


Wednesday, May 22, 2024
House Memorial Day Ceremony

Today was our Memorial Day ceremony in the House where we honored the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have lost their lives in service to our nation. This…


Monday, May 20, 2024
Back at the Capitol for Session

We are back in the Capitol today and scheduled to be in session through May 24 as we work on the state budget. House Republicans continue to fight for transparency,…