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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
New Illinois law expands police use of drones

A new law passed by the General Assembly this year expands the ability for local police to utilize drones for public safety. I spoke in favor of this legislation because…


Monday, July 3, 2023
Celebrating Independence!

I want to wish everyone a very happy 4th of July as we mark our nation’s 247th birthday! There are many exciting festivities going on around the area. Please remember…


Sunday, July 2, 2023
Thank you to our storm responders

The last couple of days I have met some wonderful community leaders, Ameren employees and Emergency service personnel. Starting Friday through Saturday my travels took me to Roseville, Macomb, Bardolph…


Friday, June 30, 2023
Rep. Swanson’s June 30 Capitol News Update

Inside: New laws on July 1 Estate tax putting family farms at risk Awaiting court rulings on 2nd Amendment, SAFE-T Act Celebrating Independence Thank you for subscribing to my e-mail…


Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Fireworks Laws in Illinois and Safety Tips

As a general rule, consumer fireworks are not legal in Illinois. The Pyrotechnic Use Act, passed in 1942, bans the sale, possession and use of all consumer fireworks. These items…


Monday, June 26, 2023
Breakfast with the North Henderson Fire Department

Some images from breakfast with the North Henderson Fire Department over the weekend.


Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Quad Cities celebrates Army’s 248th birthday

Army Sustainment Command sponsored the Army’s 248th Birthday at the Quad Cities Riverfront Convention Center. Lieutenant General Steven W. Gilland, 61st Superintendent, United States Military Academy AND a 1986 Sherrard…


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…