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Friday, October 27, 2017
October Springfield Veto Session Update

The Illinois House of Representatives this week took action to override many pieces of legislation vetoed by the Governor and dealt with new bills brought forth by members for consideration….


Friday, October 27, 2017
Online Voting Begins for 2018 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest

Student artwork displayed online and at Tollway oases through November 3 DOWNERS GROVE, IL – Beginning today, October 27, through Friday, November 3, the public can go online and vote…


Thursday, October 19, 2017
National Guard and Reserve Veterans Eligible for Driver’s License Designation

Former members of the Guard and Reserve who do not have any periods of active duty other than their initial active duty for training and annual training are now eligible…


Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Make your voice heard — IDOT seeks public input on Illinois rest areas

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking input on the state’s rest areas. To enhance traveler safety and comfort, IDOT maintains a system of 30 rest areas and 11 welcome…


Friday, October 13, 2017
Rep. Sosnowski visits Cherry Valley Elementary School

Today Rep. Sosnowski had the opportunity to meet with fifth-grade students at Cherry Valley Elementary School and explain his role as a legislator as part of the “Principal for a…


Thursday, October 12, 2017
Rep. Sosnowski salutes local farmers on National Farmer’s Day

Thank you to all the farmers and farm families of Boone and Winnebago Counties on #NationalFarmersDay! We are grateful for the way you cultivate our land as you grow the crops…


Thursday, October 12, 2017
Local students tour Triangle Metals in Rockford

Thank you, Triangle Metals in Rockford for offering a tour of your manufacturing facility for the 2017 Regional Manufacturing Day! The tour offered an opportunity for high school students to…


Friday, October 6, 2017
Legislative Update from Rep. Joe Sosnowski

Federal Tax Reform On October 5, 2017, the Federal House of Representatives passed its 2018 budget resolution by a vote of 219-206, reaffirming GOP lawmakers commitment to bring forth tax…


Thursday, October 5, 2017
Groundbreaking for Natural Choice in Loves Park

State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) spoke at and participated in the groundbreaking ceremony  for Natural Choice in Loves Park today. We are very excited for the economic opportunities and job…