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Friday, May 16, 2025
Elik: STOP the Service Tax!

State Representative Amy Elik is speaking out against a new proposal making the rounds in Springfield that would establish a new sales tax on services across the state. This new…


Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Rep. Elik Stands Up for Second Amendment at IGOLD

“Today I was proud to stand with Illinoisans from across the state to defend for our Second Amendment rights at the Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day,” said Rep. Amy Elik….


Saturday, May 10, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Week in Photos

“I just wrapped up a busy week at the Capitol packed full of committee meetings, visitors, and conversations about the issues that matter most to our district,” said Rep. Amy…


Thursday, May 8, 2025
Welcome Pope Leo XIV

The College of Cardinals has elected Illinois native Cardinal Robert Prevost to be the next pope, and will be known as Pope Leo XIV.


Monday, May 5, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

I am heading back to Springfield this week and anticipate a busy week, as this Friday is the deadline to pass Senate Bills through House committees. This update, I’ll let…


Thursday, May 1, 2025
IL House Republicans Slam $6 Billion in Proposed Tax Hikes

Legislators Condemn Pritzker’s Dangerous Political Rhetoric on the National Stage SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois House Republicans slammed proposals from progressive interest groups that would raise taxes by $6 billion on…


Monday, April 28, 2025
Elik Bringing Senior Fraud Seminar to Wood River

WOOD RIVER, IL – State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is joining an expert from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and the Illinois Department on Aging to host a Free Senior…


Friday, April 25, 2025
Elik Welcomes East Alton-Wood River High School Students to Springfield

“I was happy to meet with this bright group of civics students from East Alton – Wood River High School at the Capitol this morning before session,” said Rep. Elik….


Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Elik Thanks Staff on Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day is celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April. This is an opportunity to recognize administrative professionals across the country for their hard…


Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Elik Welcomes Two Local ‘Women to Watch’ to Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) welcomed two local women to Springfield to be recognized at ‘Women to Watch,’ the House Republicans’ annual conference that highlights rising stars…