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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Planes, Trains, & Automobiles: A Thanksgiving Classic Filmed in Illinois

It’s a Thanksgiving classic many Illinoisans sit down to every year with pumpkin pie or mugs of cider. Starring Steve Martin and the late John Candy, Planes, Trains, & Automobiles is a…


Saturday, November 18, 2023
Recognizing National Adoption Day

National Adoption Day is dedicated to raising awareness of the over 100,000 children waiting for adoption in the United States. Today, communities across the country are celebrating adoption and advocating…


Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Turkey producers an important part of Midwest agriculture

Five of the top poultry production states in the U.S. are in the Midwest, led by Minnesota. In Illinois, the turkey industry has a smaller, but still very important footprint. Poultry is big…


Tuesday, November 14, 2023
World Diabetes Day – Know Your Risk

1 in 10 adults have diabetes, and close to half are not diagnosed. World Diabetes Day is a good reminder to adopt and maintain healthy habits. Knowing your risk and…


Monday, November 13, 2023
Rep. Keicher Honors Memory of Scott Galto

Speaking on the House floor, State Rep. Jeff Keicher presented House Resolution 439 to honor the memory of Scott Galto. Scott tragically lost his life in December of 2022 following…


Saturday, November 11, 2023
Honoring Veterans

This Veterans Day let us take a moment to remember the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to protect the freedom of our nation. Thank you to all…


Friday, November 10, 2023
Rep. Keicher Calls Out TIF Abuse

Speaking out during House debate on legislation to extend several Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts, Rep. Jeff Keicher again called out the abuse of TIFs and their harm to taxpayers.


Thursday, November 9, 2023
Rep. Keicher Pleased Legislation Passes to Secure Energy Future

Today, the Illinois House of Representatives passed legislation to lift Illinois’ 36-year ban on nuclear energy development in the state by allowing future permitting and construction of advanced small modular…


Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Rep. Keicher Supports Bill to Protect Illinois Farmers

Speaking during debate on Senate Bill 765, State Rep. Jeff Keicher extolled the importance of the legislation to ensure farm mutual insurance companies have access to reinsurance to protect Illinois’…


Thursday, November 2, 2023
Keicher’s Community Connections: Marklund

For this episode of Keicher’s Community Connections, Rep. Keicher Talks with Gil Fonger, President and CEO of Marklund. Marklund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves infants, children, teens and…