Latest News

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…


Sunday, April 20, 2025
He is Risen!

Happy Easter! He is risen! Today we celebrate renewal, hope, and the promise of new beginnings. May this day bring a sense of renewal and hope for the season ahead.


Friday, April 18, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik Attends AHS Trades Groundbreaking

Rep. Amy Elik (R-Alton) attended the groundbreaking of the Alton High School Construction Trades Class in Alton. “It’s great to see the trades getting the attention they deserve,” said Elik….


Thursday, April 17, 2025
Elik Visits Fourth Graders in Alton

Rep. Amy Elik (R-Alton) and former Rep. Dan Beiser (D-Godfrey) visited the fourth grade classes at St. Mary’s in Alton. They discussed the state legislature, talked about the Capitol, and…


Monday, April 14, 2025
Rep. Elik’s Capitol Update

We’ve wrapped up a few very busy weeks in Springfield and it’s time for another Capitol Update! I’ve been passing a few bills, standing up for homeschool families, fighting against…


Friday, April 11, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik Celebrates Victory for Homeschool Families

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Rep. Amy Elik (R-Alton) says the fight for homeschool families continues following news that the Homeschool Act, HB 2827, was held on third reading and not brought…


Friday, April 11, 2025
Rep. Amy Elik Passes Four Bills Through House

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Rep. Amy Elik (R-Alton) passed four bills through the Illinois House during a pivotal deadline week, all with unanimous support. HB 1724 allows highway naming resolutions to…


Thursday, April 10, 2025
Rep. Elik Provides Update on the Homeschool Act

Rep. Amy Elik issued the followings statement regarding the Homeschool Act, HB 2827: “I have just heard that Terra Costa Howard will NOT be bringing the Homeschool Act to the…