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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Keicher’s Korner: Tele-Town Hall, Budget Proposal and More

Responding to Gov. Pritzker’s Budget Address Last week, Governor JB Pritzker delivered his combined 2026 State of the State and Budget Address to the Illinois General Assembly. I’m disappointed that at a…


Monday, February 23, 2026
Reps. Keicher & Reick to Host Tele-Town Hall Feb. 25

To assist constituents interested in asking questions or sharing concerns about state issues or legislation, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Representative Steve Reick (R–Woodstock) are hosting a joint telephone town hall meeting…


Friday, February 20, 2026
Rep. Keicher Applauds Effort to Advance Nuclear Energy Projects

This week, Governor JB Pritzker issued Executive Order 2026-01 to accelerate the development of nuclear power generation in the state of Illinois. State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), who has been working…


Thursday, February 19, 2026
Reps. Keicher and Hammond Recap Session and the Budget Address

Deputy House Republican Leader Norine Hammond and House Republican Conference Chair Jeff Keicher provide a recap on what happened during the legislative session for February 17-19 and discuss the Governor’s…


Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Video: Rep. Keicher Responds to Gov. Pritzker’s 2026 State of the State Budget Address

State Representative Jeff Keicher responds to Governor Pritzker’s 2026 State of the State Budget Address.


Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Rep. Keicher Responds to Gov. Pritzker’s Budget Address

Following Governor JB Pritzker’s combined 2026 State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore), the Illinois House Republican Conference Chairman, released the following statement: “I’m disappointed that…


Thursday, February 12, 2026
Honoring President Lincoln

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…


Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Illinois Budget and State of the State Address

The combined Illinois Budget and State of the State Address will take place in Springfield on Wednesday, February 18, at noon.  To watch the address live – Click Here.


Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Helpful Resources and Tips for Tax Season

With the 2026 tax season upon us, the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR), and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), have both announced they began accepting and processing 2025 tax returns beginning on Monday, January…


Monday, February 9, 2026
Democrats’ Bag Tax Will Raise Cost of Living More

Democratic State Representative Laura Faver Dias has filed a bill to bring back the Democrats’ proposed bag tax, but the legislation applies to more than just single-use carryout plastic bags….