13 Jan 2017

Mike Halpin Betrays Voters, Backs Madigan for Speaker

By Illinois Republican Party

House Democrats Re-Elect Boss Madigan

“Mike Halpin today chose to put the political machine ahead of the people. He voted to elect Mike Madigan to a record 17th term as Speaker, extending Madigan's decades of power for another two years. Halpin's refusal to stand up to Boss Madigan makes clear that the only way to get a new Speaker in Illinois is by getting rid of legislators like Mike Halpin in Springfield.” – Illinois Republican Party Spokesman Steven Yaffe

13 Jan 2017

Governor Announces Appointments - Friday, January 13, 2017

By Catherine Kelly

CHICAGO – Governor Bruce Rauner announced today he has made appointments to the Chicago State University Board of Trustees, the Illinois State Board of Education, the Department of Central Management Services and the Department of Agriculture.

Name: Paul Vallas

Position: Trustee – Chicago State University Board of Trustees

09 Jan 2017

Gov. Branstad sets House District 89 Special Election for January 31, 2017

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES) – Gov. Terry E. Branstad today signed a proclamation directing a special election to be held on January 31, 2017, for Iowa House District 89, following the resignation of Jim Lykam who won a special election for the Iowa State Senate. Lykam replaced Dr. Joe Seng, following his death, in the Iowa State Senate.

06 Jan 2017

Democrat Defends Madigan Support Because of the “Values” They Share

By Illinois Republican Party

Incoming Rep. Mike Halpin Doubles Down on Boss Madigan

06 Jan 2017

Grassley outlines concerns to HUD secretary nominee Dr. Carson

By Grassley Press

Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa has a long record of seeking accountability from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and public housing authorities in fulfilling their responsibilities. Grassley described his oversight and ongoing concerns in a meeting today with Dr. Ben Carson, President-elect Trump’s nominee to serve as HUD secretary.

04 Jan 2017

Attorney General Nomination: Notice and Witness List for a Committee Hearing on Tue., January 10 and Wed., January 11 at 9:30 a.m.

By Grassley Press

January 3, 2017

NOTICE OF COMMITTEE HEARING

The Senate Committee on the Judiciary has scheduled a hearing on the nomination of Senator Jeff Sessions to be Attorney General of the United States for Tuesday, January 10 and Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 325 of the Senate Russell Office Building.

By order of the Chairman.

Witness List
Hearing before the
Senate Committee on the Judiciary
On

04 Jan 2017

Obamacare process of repealing, replacing begins

By Grassley Press

Today, the Budget Committee chairman introduced a resolution to provide for Obamacare repeal and set a path forward for a replacement. Sen. Chuck Grassley, a member of the Budget Committee, made the following comment.

03 Jan 2017

Grassley Marks Policy, Oversight Accomplishments in 114th Congress

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Sen.

03 Jan 2017

Grassley Sworn In for Seventh Term, Begins Work in 115th Congress

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa will be sworn in today for his seventh term as United States Senator. The Senate will convene at 11 a.m. (CT), noon (ET) for the swearing-in of new and re-elected senators. Vice President Biden will preside over the proceedings.

27 Dec 2016

Governor Announces Year-end Appointments, Staff Transitions

By Catherine Kelly

SPRINGFIELD – Governor Bruce Rauner announced today Illinois Department of Insurance Director Anne Melissa Dowling will return to the private sector in January. 

 

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