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Thursday, November 28, 2024
Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing you a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving from my family to yours! 


Wednesday, November 27, 2024
How to Become an Organ and Tissue Donor

Becoming an organ and tissue donor can save lives, restore sight, and enhance the quality of life for countless individuals across Illinois. As of November 2024, approximately 4,000 Illinois residents are awaiting…


Monday, November 25, 2024
Give Blood, Save a Life

This year, the Illinois House Republicans have been rallying communities around the cause of blood donation. Representatives Dan Ugaste, Tony McCombie, Jeff Keicher, C.D. Davidsmeyer, Brad Stephens, Jackie Haas, and Tom…


Friday, November 22, 2024
Photos: 2024 Veto Session

Rep. Keicher on the floor of the Illinois House of Representatives.


Friday, November 22, 2024
Keicher’s Korner: State Budget, Legislation Update, Local Events & More 

We wrapped up the final days of the two-week fall veto session yesterday with very little action from the majority party on the most pressing issues. Nothing was discussed about…


Thursday, November 21, 2024
Rep. Keicher Again Calls Out Abuse of TIF Districts

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


Monday, November 18, 2024
Governor’s Own Budget Office Predicts $3.2 Billion Deficit

The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) this month issued a projection of Illinois’ budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2026. The budget projection, contained within its annual “Illinois Economic…


Sunday, November 17, 2024
The True Meaning of “take a hike”

National Take a Hike Day, held on November 17 each year, is a day to encourage us to step outside, explore the natural world, and embrace the physical and mental…


Friday, November 15, 2024
When to Mail Holiday Packages

With the holidays around the corner, it’s a busy time for everyone preparing to send gifts and to family and friends, whether across the country or internationally. Ensuring holiday packages…


Thursday, November 14, 2024
Protecting Home Delivered Meals for Seniors

As local providers are facing funding delays, Rep. Keicher and House Republicans have introduced legislation to protect funding for programs like Meals on Wheels. The bill (HB 5911) will move $25 million…