Hello everyone,  This week, the Illinois House is not in session. In fact, we don’t return to Springfield until March 18th!  Unfortunately, February was another slow month in the General…

SPRINGFIELD – Following today’s annual State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) released the following statement:  “After today’s State of the State and Budget Address,…

Good afternoon! Legislators are back in Springfield this week for session. Session is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday this week, and can be livestreamed here.  This week, we will see…

Today we celebrate our first U.S. President, George Washington, along with all the great leaders who came after him. Happy Presidents Day!

Abraham Lincoln got his start in Illinois and went on to become one of the greatest presidents in American history. His grit, courage, and strength as a leader continues to…

DIXON – State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) is requesting nominations for the annual Women to Watch event, hosted by the Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie. This event is hosted…

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to President Ronald Reagan! President Reagan grew up right in the 74th in Dixon, Illinois, before going on to become one of our nation’s greatest…

Hello everyone, and happy Monday! I hope everyone has been staying warm during the recent cold spells.  The Illinois House of Representatives went back to Springfield for our first week…

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is accepting applications for the 2026 DCFS Scholarship Program open to current and former youth in care. Applications are due by March…

DIXON – State Representative Brad Fritts (R-Dixon) and Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) will be hosting a free Medicare 101 Seminar for local seniors on Tuesday, February 3rd from 10:00a-11:30a at the…