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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Multiple Sclerosis Day 2023

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common diseases of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Today, 2.8 million people around the world have MS. World MS…


Monday, May 29, 2023
Honoring the Fallen on Memorial Day

Today we honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Originally known as “Decoration Day,” this holiday has its roots in Illinois. On May 5,…


Friday, May 26, 2023
Niemerg: Vermilion Co. Farmer Cautious about Drought Possibility

A forecast with little-to-no precipitation has the potential to cause rapid on-set drought conditions for farmers in Illinois. Data released this week indicates about half of the counties in Illinois…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
Niemerg and Wilhour to Host Legislative Tele-Town Hall June 1st

Legislative Update Provided with Constituent Feedback State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City) and State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) will be hosting a joint telephone town hall event on Thursday, June…


Thursday, May 25, 2023
National Missing Children’s Day

National Missing Children’s Day serves as a reminder to continue our efforts to reunite missing children with their families and an occasion to honor those dedicated to this cause. Thank you…


Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Boat Safety Reminder for Memorial Day Weekend

As we approach the Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Illinois Conservation Police remind boaters to keep safety in mind, wear life jackets anytime you’re…


Saturday, May 20, 2023
Armed Forces Day!

Among the many military holidays celebrated each year is Armed Forces Day. Celebrated the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day falls during Military Appreciation Month and joins Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day,…


Friday, May 19, 2023
Rep. Niemerg Votes NO on “All-Gender, Multiple-Occupancy” Restrooms in Illinois

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) opposed legislation this afternoon that amends the Equitable Restrooms Act to allow any multiple-occupancy restroom to be identified as an all-gender restroom and designated for…


Thursday, May 18, 2023
“Blue Collar Jobs Act” Passed in 2019 Finally Emplemented

The bi-partisan policy initiative created by Illinois House Republicans in 2019 is finally being implemented after being delayed by the Governor. This program offers tax breaks to eligible companies to…


Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Rep. Niemerg Fights to Extend and Expand “Invest In Kids” Scholarships to help Over 30,000 in Illinois

State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) spoke on the House Floor today to advocate for the extension of the Invest in Kids Scholarship Fund to continue to benefit 9,700 current students…