Illinois District 52 State Representative Martin McLaughlin
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Recent News About Illinois District 52 State Representative Martin McLaughlin
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Water sample drop-off event held at Barrington Area Library
Today marks the opportunity for residents to submit their water samples at the BACOG Private Well Water Testing Event. The event is being held at the Barrington Area Library and will continue until 6:30 p.m.
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Rep. McLaughlin questions Democrats' fiscal policies after former Gov. Quinn's tax hike proposal
State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) has issued a statement following former governor Pat Quinn's testimony on his income tax hike proposal.
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Illinois announces opening date for fall trout season
The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 19 at 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state.
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New policy approach needed in Springfield, critics say
The policies implemented under the “progressive” banner have driven families and businesses out of the state, left children struggling in failing schools, and fueled an alarming rise in crime.
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Illinois DMV adjusts operating hours statewide starting September 23
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced a change in DMV facility operating hours across the state next week to align with higher customer demand in the morning.
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Illinois Department of Transportation seeks temporary snow removal operators for winter
The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring temporary snow removal operators for the winter season. Interested individuals can visit the provided link to find open positions in their area: https://idot.illinois.gov/about-idot/employment-opportunities/employment.html.
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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week highlights essential contributions
Happy National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! Truck drivers work hard to keep the country moving by delivering goods and essentials across long distances every day. "Thank you to the truck drivers across Illinois and the country for your hard work and dedication."
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Lake Zurich DMV to close temporarily for renovations
The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office has announced the temporary closure of the Lake Zurich DMV located at 1015 S. Rand Rd. The facility will be closed from Monday, September 16 to Tuesday, October 1 for remodeling and transformation into a DMV+. It is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, October 2.
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Illinois State Museum collects Route 66 stories for centennial celebration
In celebration of the historic highway’s 100th anniversary in 2026, the Illinois State Museum is collecting stories from individuals who experienced the Illinois leg of the original Route 66.
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Rep. McLaughlin hosts prescription drug drop-off and shred event
Rep. McLaughlin’s annual Prescription Drug Drop Off & Shred Event is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, September 7th, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the district office located at 28662 W. Northwest Hwy., Lake Barrington.
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Illinois must address looming fiscal cliff
Decades of fiscal mismanagement by the majority party have put our state at a serious disadvantage. We need to rein in Democrats’ out-of-control spending and adopt a responsible, transparent budgeting process to get Illinois on the best path forward.
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Tips for staying safe during extreme heat in Illinois
Very high temperatures are expected to continue across Illinois today. Here are a few tips to stay safe in extreme heat:
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State funds boost local library services across two districts
Libraries throughout the 51st and 52nd House Districts, serving over 242,000 people, are receiving a combined $360,595 in grants.
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Mobile DMV event scheduled in Crystal Lake
Appointments are now available for the Mobile DMV Event, organized in conjunction with the Secretary of State’s Office. The event will take place on Wednesday, September 11, at the Algonquin Township Road District Building 6B on Route 14 in Crystal Lake from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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BACOG announces annual private well water testing event
The Barrington Area Council of Governments (BACOG) has announced its annual private well water testing event, scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Testing kits will be available for purchase from September 16 to September 30 at various BACOG member village and township offices. These locations include the BACOG Office, Barrington Hills Village Hall, Barrington Township office, Deer Park Village Hall, Lake Barrington Village Hall, South Barrington Village Hall, and Tower Lakes Village Hall.
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McLaughlin calls for civility following Trump assassination attempt
State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) issued a statement following the assassination attempt on former President Trump and the subsequent deaths and injuries of American citizens exercising their First Amendment rights.
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IDFPR issues renewal alert for licensees
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has issued an alert to licensees regarding the renewal of several licenses. Licensees are encouraged to renew their licenses by logging into their accounts at https://lnkd.in/gtNpVt8g to avoid late fees.
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McHenry County officials warn residents of property tax scam
The McHenry County Treasurer’s Office and the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office have issued a warning about a property tax scam targeting local taxpayers. The fraudulent letter, which appears to be from McHenry County Government, contains small print at the bottom disclosing it is actually from "Tax Registry LLC."
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Tower Lakes breaks ground on new municipal hall and community center
After many years of planning and hard work, Tower Lakes celebrated the groundbreaking of its new municipal hall and community center. The event marked a significant milestone for the village, which is also celebrating 100 years of being known as Tower Lakes this year.
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Representative McLaughlin tours Brain Health Restoration Illinois in Schaumburg
Recently, Representative McLaughlin and interns Kaileigh and Jack toured the offices of Brain Health Restoration Illinois in Schaumburg. They learned about new treatment modalities for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. Terry R. Yormark II, Co-Founder, and Alexis Magat, Clinical Manager, provided insights into their approaches to mental health.