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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Office Closed for Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday

Happy Birthday to our nation’s 16th President Abraham Lincoln! President Lincoln spent most of his life living in Illinois. Before becoming President, he served in the Illinois House of Representatives and…


Monday, February 10, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

This week, I wanted to give you an update on what I’ve been up to after a week in Springfield and also fill you in on some news from around…


Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Elik: We Will Not be Pawns in Democrats’ Political Games

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Today, the entire Illinois House Republican Caucus walked out of legislative session in protest of politically motivated resolutions introduced by Illinois House Democrats. In response, State Representative…


Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Rep. Elik joins Leader Tony McCombie to Call for Answers on Immigration Crisis

SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) joined House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) and Representative John Cabello (R-Machesney Park) to demand transparency on the illegal immigration crisis in…


Monday, February 3, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

I hope you’re enjoying the warmer weather! I’ve been keeping busy and wanted to give you an update on some things I’ve been up to and Illinois news. I’ll discuss…


Friday, January 31, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik Announces Committee Appointments

Rep. Amy Elik announced the following committee appointments: “I am thrilled to have my committee assignments and continue the work for the people of the 111th,” said Elik.


Friday, January 24, 2025
DCEO Announces Grant Opportunity for Small Businesses

DCEO just announced OE3’s $10 million grant program to support small business capital imporivement projects. Read the NOFO and see if you’re eligible here.


Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik’s Office Collecting Valentines for Veterans

ALTON, IL – Illinois State Representative Amy Elik (R-Alton) is collecting “Valentines for Veterans” again for the fifth year in a row at her district office in Alton. Representative Elik…


Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Welcome Back, President Trump!

Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States yesterday. We look forward to working together with his administration to make our state and nation stronger,…


Monday, January 20, 2025
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. His vision for equality, justice, and peace changed our nation and our world. Today and…