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Wilcox Announces Winners of 2026 “My Inspirational Teacher” Essay Contest I recently hosted an essay contest where students could submit a 250-500-word essay about the
May 11, 2026
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Senator Wilcox Announces Winners in “My Influential Teacher” Essay Contest
Senator Craig Wilcox recently hosted an essay contest where students could submit a 250-500-word essay about the teacher who has had the greatest impact on
May 6, 2026
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Wilcox Summer/Fall Events Calendar Coming Together While almost all of my time is spent at the State Capitol this time of year, my staff and
May 4, 2026
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Significant Flooding Along Fox River and Chain O’ Lakes Communities along the Fox River—especially in the Chain O’ Lakes region—are experiencing major flooding following multiple
April 27, 2026
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Key Bill Deadline Passes in Senate and House Friday, April 17 marked a significant milestone in the legislative process, as it was the deadline for
April 20, 2026
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Legislators return to Springfield this week for a key week of bill action. For both the Senate and the House of Representatives, bills must receive
April 13, 2026
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Wilcox Promotes Pro-Jobs, Pro-Employee Legislation on New Podcast In last week’s newsletter, I highlighted a press conference where I helped introduce a package of bills
April 6, 2026
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Lawmakers Call for Action Following Tragic Death in Chicago Following the recent tragic murder of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman in Chicago, Senate Republicans are raising concerns
March 30, 2026
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Senate Republicans Unveil Legislative Package that Improves Illinois’ Economic Competitiveness
State Senators Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett), Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry), and Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) unveiled a four-bill legislative package today aimed at supporting small businesses, providing
March 26, 2026
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Survey Finds Illinois Among Least Affordable States A new survey found that most Americans believe the country is facing a cost-of-living crisis, and Illinois ranks
March 23, 2026