While Illinois’ seemingly unending budget “battle” continues, I have remained hopeful that cooler heads would prevail and true compromise would occur. I feel it important for everyone to know what…

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White recently announced his office will no longer mail license plate renewal notices due to the state budget impasse. His office is offering to send…

Central Management Services released a series of questions and answers for state employees who are covered by the State’s Group Insurance during the budget impasse. 

Last week, an agreement was struck between Governor Rauner’s Administration and Union leaders that will keep negotiations going between the two parties and prevent a lockout or strike. “This is…

Tolling agreement signed by Governor Rauner’s Administration and Union Leaders.

On September 2nd, Governor Rauner signed a letter to Representatives Davidsmeyer and Unes promising not to lockout state employees or force a strike.  View the letter here:

Last week, Chicago Democrats used a parliamentary maneuver to add a multi-million dollar spending amendment to legislation that recently passed the Illinois Senate.  This legislative action delays funding to senior…

State Representative CD Davidsmeyer (R-Jacksonville) voted with his Republican colleagues to reject an automatic pay raise that state legislators are set to receive this month. Nearly three months ago Rep….

Legislation Improves Port, Increases Trade and Creates Jobs SPRINGFIELD – On August 5, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner signed legislation sponsored by State Senator Sam McCann (R-Carlinville) and Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer…

David Blanchette, Jacksonville, IL   The final winner of the at-large photo contest is David Blanchette from Jacksonville, IL.  Congratulations David!     Davidsmeyer Announces Second Round Jacksonville, IL…The second…