SPRINGFIELD – Today, the entire Illinois House Republican Caucus walked out of the legislative chamber in protest of politically motivated resolutions introduced by Illinois House Democrats. In response, State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) released the following statement:
“Illinois House Republicans finally had enough of the political theater in our state legislature,” said Rep. Fritts. “In a show of unity, we refused to waste time debating their ridiculous, politically motivated resolutions about federal issues.
“Illinois House Democrats chose to waste time and taxpayer dollars scoring political soundbites. Perhaps the majority party is unaware, but our state is looking at a $3.2 billion budget deficit. Instead of focusing on policies to address that, Illinois Democrats chose to fearmonger and spread political propaganda.
“They have zero solutions to address the cost of living crisis, public safety crisis, and budget crisis, all of which they have created, and instead worried about resolutions that do absolutely nothing.
“I, along with my Republican colleagues, remain committed to doing real work for our constituents while Democrats continue to play political games with Illinoisans who need results, not more empty rhetoric.”
For more information about Representative Fritts, visit RepFritts.com.
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