Illinois State Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr. (R-Pontiac)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr. (R-Pontiac)
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Illinois Rep. Tipsword addresses audit findings, farm safety, tax proposals, and election changes
An audit released this week found that employees of the Illinois Department of Corrections were permitted to work overtime on days when they were also on paid leave.
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Illinois Rep. Tipsword updates constituents on agriculture, jobs programs, safety measures
As harvest season progresses in Illinois, attention is turning to the status of key crops and related agricultural activities.
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District offices for Rep. Tipsword resume fall schedule in El Paso, Metamora, and Pontiac
Starting this week, the district offices in El Paso, Metamora, and Pontiac have resumed their fall schedule.
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Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr.’s newsletter covers licensing reform, audits, roadwork updates
Illinois State Representative Dennis Tipsword Jr. (R-Pontiac) provided updates on several state issues in his latest weekly newsletter, including professional licensing reforms, the state spending audit, immigration policy, agriculture permits,...
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Tipsword addresses district issues from infrastructure projects to taxes ahead of Labor Day
Work on the Illinois 89 bridge over the Illinois River south of Spring Valley will begin on Tuesday, September 2, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).
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Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr. discusses legislative updates and district issues in latest newsletter
Illinois State Representative Dennis Tipsword Jr. recently released his 2025 End of Session newsletter to constituents in the 105th District.
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Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr. addresses education funding, redistricting controversy, budget shortfalls
Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr., who represents Illinois’ 105th House District, addressed several policy topics in his latest weekly newsletter, including education, gerrymandering, the state budget, energy costs, cash bail, legislative transparency,...
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Tipsword discusses district events amid ongoing issues with pensions and agriculture
Earlier this week, a Senior Expo in Pontiac provided area residents with access to services, health screenings, and local resources.
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Senior Expo hosted by Rep. Tipsword and Sen. Balkema set for August 6 in Pontiac
State Representative Dennis Tipsword Jr. and Senator Balkema will host a Senior Expo in Pontiac on August 6, 2025.
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Senior Expo set for August as Rep. Tipsword highlights taxes and community events
A Senior Expo is scheduled to take place in Pontiac on Wednesday, August 6, at the Pontiac Parks and Recreation Center from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Illinois State Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr.'s newsletter highlights senior expo and public safety efforts
Please join us at the upcoming Senior Expo in Pontiac on Wednesday, August 6.
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Senior Expo hosted by Rep. Tipsword and Sen. Balkema scheduled for August 6 in Pontiac
Please join the Senior Expo in Pontiac on August 6, hosted by Rep. Dennis Tipsword Jr. and Sen.
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Illinois announces surprise checks; new college admission rules unveiled
Up to 600,000 residents in Illinois are set to receive unexpected checks through the State Treasurer's I-Cash Enhanced Money Match Program.
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Rep. Tipsword hosts end-of-session town hall on Facebook Live tonight
Please join me for a Facebook Live End of Session Town Hall tonight, beginning at 6 p.m. Senator Chris Balkema and Rep. Jason R. Bunting will also be participating.
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Local initiatives spotlighted by Rep. Tipsword include centennial farm program
At a recent press conference in Pekin, Tazewell County Clerk John Ackerman and officials from the Illinois Department of Agriculture encouraged family-owned farms to register for the State of Illinois Centennial Farm Program.
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Tipsword, Balkema, and Bunting host Facebook Live Town Hall on July 21
State Representative Tipsword will participate in a Facebook Live Town Hall alongside State Senator Chris Balkema and State Representative Jason R. Bunting.
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Illinois expands online licensure; new laws and health measures announced
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced the addition of 18 more professions to its online licensing system, CORE.
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IDFPR expands online licensure system to include more professions
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has revealed that 18 additional professions are now eligible for licensure through its new online licensing platform, the Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment (CORE).
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Lacon DMV reopens with improved facilities
Rep. Tipsword participated in the grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Lacon DMV facility.
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Republicans urge veto of controversial SB 328 amid procedural concerns
Members of the Illinois House and Senate Republican caucuses have urged Governor Pritzker to veto Senate Bill 328.