Through the Back to Business (B2B) program, the State of Illinois is offering $175 million in grants for businesses in industries hardest-hit by the pandemic, specifically, restaurants, hotels and businesses…

On Wednesday Rep. Amy Elik partnered with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) to discuss legislation she sponsored to explore ways to build career pathways for students and remove barriers that…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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