Illinois State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake)
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Illinois lawmakers call for reforms at DCFS after audit finds repeated violations
State Representatives Tom Weber, Nicole La Ha, and Steve Reick have called for significant reforms to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) following a recent compliance report by the Illinois Auditor General.
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Illinois State Rep. Tom Weber criticizes SAFE-T Act following ICE arrest
Following the arrest of Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in connection with the death of Antioch resident Megan Bos, State Representative Tom Weber expressed his concerns about Illinois' SAFE-T Act. “The...
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Celebrating Independence Day
Celebrating Independence Day On July 4, 1776, the forefathers of the United States declared independence, establishing a new nation.
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Rep. Weber criticizes FY26 Budget as "disaster
Following Governor Pritzker’s signing of the FY26 Budget this morning, State “Unsurprisingly, taxpayers in Illinois continue to pay the price for “Instead of providing relief for families struggling to make ends meet, this “The FY26 Budget...
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Rep. Weber criticizes FY26 state budget for increased spending and taxes
Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 State Budget in the Illinois House of Representatives, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) released a statement addressing his concerns. “This is yet another gut punch for Illinois taxpayers.
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Rep. Weber's bill protecting children from traffickers passes Illinois House unanimously
State Representative Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake) saw crucial legislation he sponsored pass the Illinois House today.
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Rep. Weber opposes assisted suicide bill in Illinois
Rep. Weber Voices His Opposition Toward Looming Assisted Suicide Bill May 30, 2025 Yesterday, Rep. Weber expressed his opposition to Senate Bill 1950, a piece of legislation that would legalize assisted suicide in Illinois if passed.
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Illinois lawmakers seek reform following tragic case linked to SAFE-T Act
State Representative Tom Weber (R-Fox Lake), accompanied by House Minority Floor Leader Patrick Windhorst (R-Metropolis), State Representative Patrick Sheehan (R-Homer Glen), and Jennifer Bos, mother of Megan Bos, held a press conference calling...
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Illinois Republicans respond to Gov Pritzker's anti-Trump rhetoric
Governor JB Pritzker's recent speeches have stirred significant controversy due to their incendiary remarks aimed at President Trump and the Republican Party.
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Rep. Weber mourns tragic death of Megan Bos
Rep. Weber Mourns Tragic Death of Megan Bos Apr 24, 2025 Yesterday, I took some time on the House Floor to shed light on the tragic death of Megan Bos, a 37-year-old woman from Antioch who went missing for more than 50 days before being discovered...
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Illinois House Republicans introduce bills to protect women's sports
Illinois House Republican lawmakers gathered at the Capitol to introduce legislation aimed at protecting women's sports.
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IHSA responds to House Republican letter on policy affecting female athletes
After House Republicans requested to hear how IHSA would amend their policy to fall in line with the President’s order protecting women and girls from having to compete against biological males in sports.
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Illinois observes Autism Awareness Month with focus on inclusivity
Autism Awareness Month in April serves as a time to recognize and support the autism community.
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Resources available to simplify tax process for Illinois residents
Time is running out to file state and federal income tax returns for Illinois taxpayers.
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Illinois State Trooper Day honors dedication and service
Every day, Illinois State Troopers don their uniforms with the knowledge that they will face unpredictable challenges in their mission to ensure public safety.
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HIRE Vets Medallion Program recognizes employers supporting veteran hiring
The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is an employer recognition initiative administered by the Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS).
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Rep. Weber joins families in opposing homeschool legislation
Last week, Rep. Weber joined homeschool families in expressing opposition to HB 2827, known as the Homeschool Act, which he said would impose undue burdens on homeschool families in Illinois. Rep. Weber engaged with attendees to discuss the...
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Legislation introduced to fund care for retired police dogs in Illinois
Rep. Weber Introduces Legislation to Fund Veterinary Care for Retired Police Dogs Mar 26, 2025 Rep. Weber has introduced House Bill 3140, aimed at providing stable funding for the care of retired police dogs.
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House Republicans introduce ethics reform bills aimed at combating corruption
In a recent announcement, House Republicans emphasized their commitment to restoring public faith in government and combating corruption in Illinois through strengthened ethics laws.
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Guide highlights role of 'shell' or 'vehicle' Bills within Illinois's Legislative Process
Shell bills, also known as vehicle bills, are a tool used by the Illinois General Assembly to create placeholders for yet-to-be-determined legislation.