Illinois State Senate District 58
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Schimpf, Reitz, and Bryant, highlight need for state action to ensure Grand American remains at Sparta shooting complex
The World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC) is in real danger of losing its largest annual event, the ATA Grand American.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: A responsible COVID-19 re-opening plan for Illinois
Like indefinite war, indefinite shutdown is not sustainable.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Statement on extension of the stay-at-home order
Illinois State Senate District 58 issued the following announcement on April 23.Governor Pritzker rationalized extending his shut-down order for another 38 days based on a false choice between the status-quo and a dangerous, complete, immediate reopening of our state that is advocated by no one.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senators push for answers on release of violent felons
In response to news that the Pritzker administration is releasing a number of felons from Illinois prisons, including convicted murderers, State Senator Paul Schimpf and several of his colleagues sent the following letter to the Governor today asking for answers.
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From North Egypt News
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Illinois State Police release emergency rules for FOID card holders
Illinois State Police issued new emergency rules to help firearm owners with expired Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) cards.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Assistance programs for small businesses
A new fund has been established to provide loans to Illinois businesses experiencing hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Governor issues Stay at Home order
Governor Pritzker has issued a stay-at-home order starting at 5 PM Saturday, March 21, until Tuesday, April 7.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Air Force Combat veterans would be honored under new bill
Recipients of the Air Force Combat Action Medal could be recognized on Illinois license plates under newly filed legislation.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Statement on the veto override of HB3902
State Senator Paul Schimpf (R-Waterloo) released the following statement after the Senate voted to override the Governor's veto on HB3902: "This legislation is an important action toward retaining hundreds of Southern Illinois jobs and millions of dollars in economic activity from our state's aviation industry.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: January 31
While I commend the Governor’s positive attitude and calls to find common ground, his speech ignored the looming financial catastrophe our state faces if we cannot curtail our insatiable appetite for expansive government and higher taxes.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: January 17
On Thursday, I had an informative meeting and tour of Scott Air Force Base with the Military Economic Development Committee.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: January 10
The Office of the State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications for the competitive Small Equipment Grant program.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Week in Review: December 13
This past Tuesday, I had the privilege to present a check from the State of Illinois to the Village of Bluford to assist with their new water lines. Thank you Mayor Bullard for your hospitality and update on the project. Infrastructure is vital to any community.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: November 8
I was pleased to welcome my Youth Advisory Council to Springfield.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: October 25
Congratulations to David Lewis on his recent Eagle Scout ceremony. It was an honor to be in attendance and to present him with a certificate of recognition for his hard work and dedication. David is one of the outstanding young leaders that makes me confident in our future!
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: October 18th
Thank you to everyone who attended my "Coffee & Conversation" event last Saturday.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: October 11
Last week I had the opportunity to spend some time with the Steeleville High School Trap Shooting Team and present them with a check from the Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: State Senator Paul Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: October 4
As Veterans Day approaches, now is the time to start thinking about ways to honor Illinois veterans and share their incredible stories.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senator Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: September 27
After a rough and delayed planting season, Illinois’ agriculture industry received good news this week with a Taiwanese delegation committing to purchasing over $2 billion in Illinois soy and corn over the next two years.
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From Carbondale Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 58: Senator Schimpf's Senate Week in Review: September 23
A one-time tax amnesty program is being offered to delinquent taxpayers beginning October 1.