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Thursday, December 19, 2019
New Laws for 2020

Jacksonville, IL…A number of new laws will ring in the New Year in Illinois.  Over 250 new laws, from increased penalties for crimes committed in places of worship to insurance…


Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Davidsmeyer: Low-Interest, Long-Term Emergency Disaster Loans Available for Flood Recovery

“The SBA has approved Illinois’ request for recovery loans for those who experienced flooding in Jersey County,” said Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville).


Thursday, November 14, 2019
Davidsmeyer: House Passes Ethics Reforms, More Work Needs to be Done

A package of ethics reforms which create a blue ribbon commission and increase reporting requirements passed the Illinois House today.  However, Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer says much more work…


Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Davidsmeyer Supports Pension Consolidation

Springfield, IL…A major step for pension reform was accomplished today after the IL House voted 96-14-3 to pass pension fund consolidation for downstate and suburban municipal pensions.  Assistant Republican Leader…


Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Davidsmeyer Votes to Make Insulin More Affordable

Springfield, IL…Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) joined a bipartisan group to work towards more affordable insulin.  “If you have a loved one affected by diabetes, you know the high…


Thursday, September 12, 2019
State Senator Steve McClure and State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer to Host Senior Event

Illinois State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) and State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) will be hosting a Senior Health Fair on Thursday, September 19. The event will run from 9 am….


Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Governor signs Davidsmeyer’s Prescription Drug Affordability Legislation

“Almost everyone takes some sort of prescription drug to maintain their way of life. And many times patients, especially senior citizens, are forced to decide between basic necessities like food, housing and utilities or their monthly prescriptions. My legislation protects patients and gives them and their pharmacists more rights to treat disease,” said Davidsmeyer.


Thursday, August 15, 2019
Governor Signs McClure & Davidsmeyer bill to Create Pediatric Cancer License Plate that Funds Cancer Research

SPRINGFIELD, IL…….Senate Bill 946 sponsored by Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) was signed into law this morning by Governor Pritzker in honor of Jerseyville resident Jonny…


Friday, August 2, 2019
Davidsmeyer Appointed to Rare Disease Commission

Springfield, IL…Assistant Republican Leader C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) was appointed to a three-year term on the Rare Disease Commission this week. The Commission is responsible for learning how to improve treatment…


Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Davidsmeyer votes “No” on Abortion Expansion

Springfield, IL…Today, Illinois House Democrats pushed through legislation that will allow for late-term abortions and end the required parental notification for under-age minors who seek an abortion.  “Another piece of…