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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Estate Tax continues to put future of family farms at risk

Nearly 70,000 families own and operate 96 percent of the farms in Illinois, and all of these families are faced with questions when it comes to succession or transition plans…


Sunday, June 18, 2023
Happy Father’s Day!

Friday, June 16, 2023
Rep. Swanson’s June 16 Capitol News Update

Inside: State budget signed Constitutional challenges only to be heard in Chicago & Springfield Ransomware attack on state government Clover Township FPD celebrates 75 years Thank you for subscribing to…


Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Celebrating the U.S. Army’s 248th birthday

The United States Army celebrates its 248th birthday Wednesday, commemorating its June 14, 1775, inception. Today is also Flag Day. The oldest of the six military branches was founded as…


Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Illinois National Guard’s Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy Turns 30, Graduates 16,000th Cadet

Lincoln’s Challenge Academy: Over the last 30 years, Lincoln’s Challenge Academy has helped 16,000 young men and women find a path to success. If you know a young person struggling…


Monday, June 12, 2023
Clover Township Fire Protection District celebrates 75 years

Congratulations Clover Township Fire Protection District on 75 years! Rep. Swanson presented Chief McDowell House Resolution 324 congratulating Clover Fire Protection District for 75 years. Thank you to the men…


Thursday, June 8, 2023
Free Fishing Days June 16-19

Mark your calendars for Illinois Free Fishing Days taking place June 16-19 this year. Illinois anglers can fish without a license during this time, coinciding with the Father’s Day weekend….


Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Always Remember; Never Forget

Today is the 79th anniversary of remembering and honoring the heroics of so many brave men and women. D-Day was the name given to the June 6, 1944, invasion of…


Monday, June 5, 2023
State Police Merit Board accepting applications for cadet classes

The Illinois State Police Merit Board is processing applications for a Traditional Cadet Class, and a Fast Track Class. Both classes are tentatively scheduled to begin in April 2024. Visit…


Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Rep. Swanson’s May 30 Capitol News Update

Inside: $50 billion budget passes in the middle of the night Lots of new spending, even with less revenue Some positive developments Missed opportunities Thank you for subscribing to my…