Hello everyone and happy Monday! While the Illinois General Assembly has been in session the last few weeks, we have seen minimal legislative action. Few bills have even received a…

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Hello everyone. I hope you are all staying warm during this cold winter weather! However, I hope everyone will enjoy the nice break in temperature this week. Last week, we were…

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Hello everyone and happy Monday! It has been a busy two weeks! Down in Springfield, I have been hard at work on common-sense legislation, speaking with advocates, and attending legislative…

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Hello everyone. I hope you are all enjoying the warmer weather this week! The last few weeks have been busy at home in the 74th District. After our inauguration and…

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It has been a busy time for Illinois legislators down in Springfield. In the last week and a half, we attended four days of Lame Duck session, were sworn into…

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I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! Statement on the Commutation of Rita Crundwell In the largest one-day pardon in American history,…

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Community Outreach I toured Rooted for Good (formerly known as DeKalb County Community Gardens) to learn more about their mission to end food insecurity in our community. Thank you for…

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Farm Business Summit I am excited to attend the upcoming Illinois Soybean Growers 2024 Farm Business Summit on Tuesday, December 17th, alongside my colleague State Senator Andrew Chesney! We will…

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Back to Springfield Last week, we went back to Springfield for week one of our fall veto session. Tomorrow, we will convene for the beginning of week two. Thus far,…

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October Local Business Highlight For my October 2024 local business highlight, I chose to highlight Ziggie’s Family Restaurant in Mendota because of their hard work and dedication to helping others….

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Drive!  I am excited to offer an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collection Drive, alongside House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, Sauk Valley Community College, and the Illinois…

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September Local Business Highlight For my September 2024 local business highlight, I chose to honor Poolside Pools and Spas because of their contributions to our community and their continued effort…

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Rep. Fritts Names 2023-2024 Educator of the Year I had the honor of presenting my 2023-2024 Educator of the Year award to Ben Snow, a middle school social studies teacher…

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August Local Business Highlight For my August 2024 local business highlight, I chose to highlight Oliver’s Corner Market in Dixon because of their continued support of our community and their…

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Rep. Fritts Named Outstanding Freshman of the Year by Illinois Chamber of Commerce  I am incredibly honored to receive the Outstanding Freshman of the Year award from the Illinois Chamber…

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NEW Community Calendar!  During my time touring the 74th District, I’ve heard from many constituents and organizations who want to support our local communities but don’t know where to start….

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July Local Business Highlight For my July 2024 local business highlight, I chose to highlight Kelly’s in Sterling because of their commitment to supporting our community and offering a fun,…

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School Supply Drive  Right now, families across Illinois are struggling to afford basic necessities like school supplies due to the increasing cost of living. This is why I am hosting…

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Upcoming Summer Tour Events Coffee & Conversation JULY 10 *In Partnership with Leader Tony McCombie!* Polo – Garden View Family Restaurant – 118 W. Mason Street (8:00 am to 10:00…

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FY25 Budget Update At nearly 5:00 AM on May 29th, the Illinois House of Representatives finally adjourned our spring session. Due to poor planning by the majority party, we were…

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