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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day

Synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, are now the most common drugs involved in drug overdose deaths in the United States. In Illinois, we are fighting this dangerous epidemic by raising awareness…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Rep. Keicher Responds to Guilty Verdict in Latest Madigan Linked Corruption Trial

Following the verdict today in federal court finding Tim Mapes, former chief of staff and top aide to Mike Madigan, guilty of perjury and obstruction of justice, State Representative Jeff…


Tuesday, August 22, 2023
As Students Head Back to School, Keicher Reminds About Safe2Help Illinois

Safe2Help Illinois is a program for students to confidentially share information on bullying, mental health, or anything that impacts their safety or well-being. Students can contact Safe2Help by website, text,…


Monday, August 21, 2023
Take Rep. Keicher’s Summer Survey

As your voice in Springfield, it is important I hear from you on the issues that are most important to you and your family. I hope you will take a…


Friday, August 18, 2023
Upcoming Opportunities for Safe Disposal of Household Chemicals and Recycling

Some great opportunities are coming up to safely dispose of household chemicals and recycle other items like electronics in DeKalb County. All collections will be at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal…


Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Keicher’s Community Connections: Project SEARCH

Project SEARCH is a unique, business focused, one year school to work transition program that takes place entirely in the workplace. The selected students will work in three internships over…


Monday, August 14, 2023
July 2023 State Revenues Dropped from Year Earlier

The decline affected the State’s fiscal standing as it completed the first month of fiscal year 2024 (FY24). The news was reported to the General Assembly by the Commission on Government Forecasting and…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Keicher Responds to IL Supreme Court Firearm Ban Ruling

Following the 4-3 split ruling issued today by the Illinois Supreme Court to uphold the state’s ban on so-called “assault weapons” and “large capacity magazines,” State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore)…


Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Safety Tips for Back to School

As summer draws to a close and children start heading back to school, family life can get pretty hectic. It’s important to remember – and share with your children –…


Monday, August 7, 2023
Keicher Responds As Former Madigan Chief of Staff Heads to Trial

Jury selection began today in the perjury trial of Mike Madigan’s former Chief of Staff, Tim Mapes. This is the latest episode of the Federal government’s wide-ranging corruption investigation. Mapes…