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Monday, May 22, 2023
Rep. Keicher: “Mr. Speaker, when will we see the budget?”

Speaking on the House floor last week as the deadline to pass a state budget was fast approaching, State Representative Jeff Keicher requested a timeline for when legislators may finally…


Friday, May 19, 2023
Rep. Keicher Provides Update on Failure to Meet Budget Deadline

Today, May 19, 2023, was supposed to be the deadline for the Illinois General Assembly to finalize the fiscal year 2024 state budget and conclude the spring legislative session. Instead,…


Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Rep. Keicher Lauds Legislation Supporting AIM HIGH Huskie Pledge

Speaking in support of House Bill 301, State Representative Jeff Keicher lauded the legislation for ensuring the continued support for AIM HIGH Grants, like the NIU Huskie Pledge that ensures…


Friday, May 12, 2023
Rep. Keicher Warns of Distracted Driving Risk

Speaking during debate on the House floor about Senate Bill 1526, State Rep. Jeff Keicher noted that the legislation runs contrary to the efforts to reduce dangerous distracted driving. Rather…


Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Rep. Keicher Calls for Inspector General Independence

Speaking during Floor debate to reappoint Michael McCuskey as Legislative Inspector General, State Rep. Jeff Keicher called on the General Assembly to take the necessary action to give the Inspector…


Friday, March 24, 2023
Rep. Keicher Backed Legislation Creating Offshore Wind Energy Pilot Program Passes House

Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed legislation sponsored by State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) to create a pilot program for the development of offshore wind turbines on the Illinois…


Friday, March 24, 2023
Rep. Keicher Takes Stand to Protect Seniors

Speaking in opposition to House Bill 1268 during Floor Debate, State Rep. Jeff Keicher pointed out the serious risks posed to seniors by allowing someone convicted of financial crimes to…


Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Rep. Keicher Discusses Reforming IL Biometric Privacy Law

Speaking to CBS, State Representative Jeff Keicher discusses his legislation to update Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) to keep up with new technology and prevent unintended consequences that are…


Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Rep. Keicher Recognizes NIU Students for Work Supporting IL Parks

State Representative Jeff Keicher welcomes students from the NIU Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability and Energy (ESE) to the state Capitol. The students were recognized for their work…


Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Rep. Keicher Responds to Governor’s Budget Proposal

Following Governor Pritzker’s joint State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) issued the following response: “I was glad the Governor addressed improving the climate for…