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Bryant vows to 'ensure that our state’s energy policies benefit everyone who calls Illinois their home'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Feb 7, 2023

State Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro ) has been named minority spokesperson for the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee, she announced in a news release.

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Jacobs: 'An Illinois school has put out a warning to parents about a social media app that could potentially put students in dangerous situations with strangers'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Feb 6, 2023

Rep. Paul Jacobs warned his constituents of a situation with social media in a Facebook post on Jan. 28.

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Windhorst: This 'attempt to ban firearms in common use and to force law-abiding citizens to register their weapons' is unconstitutional

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 31, 2023

Illinois State Rep. Patrick Windhorst approves of the restraining order against the newly-signed gun control law.

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‘The new Law is a clear violation of the 2nd Amendment to the U. S. Constitution’

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 27, 2023

Pope County Sheriff Jerry Suits has joined the Illinois sheriffs who’ve said they will not enforce the state’s new assault weapons ban.

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Windhorst: 'The rights that we as Americans are promised in the Declaration of Independence and granted in the Constitution have been violated'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 16, 2023

House Bill 5471 was signed into law on Jan. 10. In a Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst spoke out against the signing of the amended version of House Bill 5471.

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Windhorst: 'I will continue working hard for the people of the 117th district'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 16, 2023

In a Jan. 13 Facebook post, Rep. Patrick Windhorst shared the news that he was named House Republican Floor Leader.

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Bliss: ‘If you haven’t heard about HB 5855, please do your research!’

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 6, 2023

Lick Creek Republican Precinct Committeeman Kelly Bliss is asking Illinois residents to push back against Democratic legislators' efforts to outlaw a wide array of currently legal guns and magazines.

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Windhorst: 'Last night's decision validated many of the arguments that myself and others have been making over the last few years'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Jan 3, 2023

Illinois Republican State Representative Patrick Windhorst discussed the recent staying of the highly controversial SAFE-T Act by the Illinois Supreme Court in a statement given to SE Illinois News.

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Windhorst: 'Enjoyed seeing everyone at our Century Club & Supporters Appreciation Dinner tonight!'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Dec 22, 2022

Illinois Republican State Representative Patrick Windhorst published a Facebook post on Thursday regarding his appearance at a recent dinner event

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Bryant congratulates Marine on retirement: 'We are all grateful!'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Dec 20, 2022

State Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) recently congratulated a Marine on his retirement from the U.S. Marine Corps after more than 35 years of service.

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Pro Gun & Indoor Range: ‘90 percent of the guns we own will not meet the restrictions when passed’

By Southern Illinois News Report | Dec 12, 2022

Pro Gun & Indoor Range is warning Illinois gun owners about a law being considered in the General Assembly that would outlaw several different types of guns and accessories.

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Bryant: ‘Controversial SAFE-T Act undergoes changes, public safety concerns remain’

By Southern Illinois News Report | Dec 10, 2022

In a Dec. 6 Facebook post, Sen. Terri Bryant, R-Murphysboro, promoted her latest bulletin, including information and changes to the state’s SAFE-T Act.

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Windhorst: 'I have been a leading voice in opposing the end of cash bail'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Dec 8, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) released a statement regarding amendments made to the SAFE-T Act in a Facebook post on Dec. 1.

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Windhorst: 'Today, I joined Tom Miller on the WJPF Radio Morning Newswatch for an interview on a variety of topics'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 23, 2022

Rep. Patrick Windhorst invites his audience to listen to the WJPF Radio Morning Newswatch where he discusses several important topics.

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Jacobs shares details on letter-writing campaign to support Illinois veterans

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 22, 2022

Rep. Paul Jacobs (R-Carbondale) recently took to social media to share information about the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs' 2022 Operation Rising Spirit campaign.

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Windhorst on reelection: 'Thank you to the voters of the 117th district for your support'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 15, 2022

Illinois state Rep. Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis) has thanked voters in both districts as he shifts to represent to new 117th District from the old 118th District.

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Bryant: 'The students of Waltonville really know how to celebrate their veterans'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 15, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) was grateful for how students in her district celebrated the men and women who served our country on Veterans Day.

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Bailey: ‘Pritzker’s policies are hurting working families and driving people away from our great state’

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 8, 2022

Illinois GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey is rallying across Illinois as working families are struggling to support themselves in this economy and leaving the state.

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Bailey: 'We are going to treat everyone with dignity and respect'

By Southern Illinois News Report | Nov 7, 2022

Republican candidate for governor Sen. Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) recently echoed his stand on what he calls Gov. J.B. Pritzker's divisiveness. According to Bailey's recent radio ad, he can only help Illinois if he wins on Nov. 8.