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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Veto Session Starts Today

The first day of the legislative veto session begins this afternoon. Over the next several weeks we have the opportunity to make a difference for the people we represent. Here…


Friday, October 20, 2023
Firearm registration period remains open as State Police seeks further input

The Illinois State Police have agreed to hold additional public hearings about the registration process under Democrats’ firearms ban and may refine the rules before they become permanent next year. https://www.25newsnow.com/2023/10/18/assault-weapon-registration-period-remains-open-illinois-state-police-seeks-further-input/


Thursday, October 19, 2023
Elik & Glen Carbon Police Dept. Rx Take Back a Success

Thank you Glen Carbon Police Department for Co-Hosting the Prescription Drug Take-Back event yesterday with my team.


Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Free Rx Drug Drop Off Event Today October 18

The free Rx drop-off will take place at the Glen Carbon Police Department, located at 149 N. Main Street in Glen Carbon from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday,…


Tuesday, October 17, 2023
How much Fentanyl crosses our southern border?

One of the most dangerous and deadly drugs pervading our nation currently is fentanyl. The flow of this powerful drug coming into the United States from Mexico continues to skyrocket,…


Monday, October 16, 2023
National School Bus Safety Week

Nearly every day, millions of children across the United States line up to ride the bus to school. The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but…


Friday, October 13, 2023
Rep. Elik and Glen Carbon Police Dept. to Host Rx Drug Drop Off Event October 18

State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) and the Glen Carbon Police Department will be hosting a drive-through Prescription Drug Drop-Off event in Glen Carbon on Wednesday, October 18 from 10:00 a.m….


Thursday, October 12, 2023
National Farmer’s Day

National Farmer’s Day is a special day set aside to appreciate the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our world. Thank you to farmers for your dedication to…


Thursday, October 12, 2023
Increase in New Personal Loans Show Finances for Families Shaky

The share of adults in America who reported doing at least ‘okay’ financially fell sharply in 2022 and was among the lowest observed since 2016. At the end of 2022, 39…


Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Rep. Amy Elik’s October Legislative Update

This is my sixteenth update to the citizens of the 111th district, as your State Representative. The summer and fall have been very busy for me and my office staff,…