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Sunday, June 1, 2025
Rep. Keicher Calls for TIF Reform

Speaking against legislation to extend several TIF Districts in the state, State Rep. Jeff Keicher called out the abuse of TIF districts that have exploited taxpayers and stripped funding that…


Saturday, May 31, 2025
Rep. Keicher Responds to Passage of FY26 Illinois Budget

Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Illinois budget, a $55.2 billion budget that increases state spending by $2 billion more than last year and includes $1 billion in…


Thursday, May 29, 2025
Rep. Keicher: Government-Backed Investment Pool is Slippery Slope

Last night, the House passed a bill (SB 246) to create a state-run investment pool for some types of non-profits, effectively allowing the State Treasurer’s Office to host investment accounts…


Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Scam Alert: Watch Out for New DMV Text Scam

The Secretary of State’s Office is warning Illinoisans to keep on the lookout for text message scams claiming to be from the “Illinois State Department of Motor Vehicles” that threaten…


Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Rep. Keicher, Sen. Syverson to Host Blood Drive on June 2

Please join State Representative Jeff Keicher & State Senator Dave Syverson for a Community Blood Drive in Sycamore. Click Here to sign-up for an appointment or e-mail Jesse at keicher@ilhousegop.org. You can…


Friday, May 23, 2025
Rep. Keicher Backed Bill Reducing Barriers for Senior Drivers Ready for Gov’s Signature

Yesterday, the Illinois Senate unanimously passed legislation backed by State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) to curb an ageist state policy against senior citizen drivers. House Bill 1226, which was introduced in partnership…


Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Rep. Keicher Bill Improving School Safety Passes House Unanimously

Yesterday, the Illinois House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation carried by State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) to improve school safety. Senate Bill 71 is in response to a hazardous material spill that…


Monday, May 19, 2025
Keicher’s Korner: State Budget, Fighting New Taxes, Legislation Updates & More 

Greetings — I hope you are well!  May 9 was the deadline for House members to advance bills that have already passed the Senate through their respective committees in the…


Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Keicher, General Assembly Honor Fallen Firefighters at Memorial Ceremony

The Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield is a powerful reminder of the bravery, strength, and heroism of firefighters. This morning, State Representative Jeff Keicher, members…


Tuesday, May 13, 2025
IDNR Accepting Applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship Grants

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grants through June 13, 2025. Eligible applicants are conservation land trusts exempt from taxation under…