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Friday, March 17, 2023
Capitol Update

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The Illinois House of Representatives adjourned late Thursday afternoon after passing 40 bills onto the Senate for consideration, leaving over 500 bills to consider by the…


Wednesday, March 15, 2023
National SBDC Day

Did you know Illinois Small Business Development Centers are located throughout the state and provide information, confidential business guidance, training, and other resources for start-ups and existing small businesses? Learn…


Tuesday, March 14, 2023
House Returns at Noon, Watch Live Here

The Illinois House of Representatives is back in session today. You may listen or watch live at Noon here.


Friday, March 10, 2023
Capitol Update

The Illinois House of Representatives adjourned shortly after 9:00 am on Friday, leaving lawmakers with 557 bills to consider by the March 24th deadline. Here is an update on a…


Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Rep. Elik Wants Clarity from Attorney General Concerning Enforcement of Unconstitutional Firearm Ban

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) participated in a press conference on Wednesday with the Illinois State Rifle Association and her House Republican colleagues, Representatives Caulkins, Cabello, Tipsword, and Windhorst to…


Friday, March 3, 2023
Capitol Update 3-3-23

The House of Representatives kicked into high gear this week with dozens of committee hearings and meetings. The House will be very busy with committee work next week, I have…


Friday, March 3, 2023
In Honor of Women’s History Month, Rep. Elik Recognizes Channy Lyons

In Honor of Women’s History Month, I recognized Channy Lyons during the House session yesterday. We appreciate and acknowledge her commitment to promoting the work of women artists from throughout…


Wednesday, March 1, 2023
VIDEO: Elik Tribute to former Rep. Bob Walters

On Wednesday, Representative Amy Elik paid tribute to her friend, mentor, and coach – former State Rep. Bob Walters.


Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Capitol Update: House Back in Session

Elik Receives House Freshman ‘Legislator of the Year’ from ABC Illinois I was recently named ‘Legislator of the Year’ by the Associated Builders & Contractors, Illinois Chapter at their 2023…


Monday, February 27, 2023
Rep. Elik Receives ‘Legislator of the Year’ from ABC Illinois

State Representative Amy Elik was named ‘Legislator of the Year’ by the Associated Builders & Contractors, Illinois Chapter at their 2023 Annual Member Awards & Apprenticeship Graduation event in Elk…