Just before the statutory deadline on May 31, majority party legislators approved a budget for Fiscal Year 2026, marking a record $55.2 billion in spending.
State Senator Seth Lewis announced that communities and a forest preserve in the 24th Senate District will receive Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) grants totaling $10,010,910.
Legislators in Springfield are preparing for the final four weeks of their session.
State Senator Seth Lewis has announced that school libraries in Illinois' 24th Senate District are set to receive a total of $126,570.71 through state library grants.
By State Senator Seth Lewis Chicago's leadership faces scrutiny as they call on suburban taxpayers to "take a leap of faith" in managing the future of public transit.
State Senator Seth Lewis and State Representative Amy Grant are set to host a mobile Department of Motor Vehicles event in Wheaton.
Legislation aimed at banning two potentially harmful food additives has received bipartisan approval in the Illinois Senate.
Senate Bill 2075, proposed to improve motorcycle safety training accessibility and reduce costs, has passed the state Senate with unanimous support.
State Senator Seth Lewis is set to host a free job fair aimed at helping youths aged 16-21 find career opportunities.
State Senator Seth Lewis is actively opposing House Bill 2827, titled the Homeschool Act, which proposes new requirements for homeschool families and private schools.
Thousands of bills have been filed at the Capitol this year, and committees are currently busy reviewing them.
Following the Senate Public Health Committee's approval of Senate Bill 93, State Senator Willie Preston and other lawmakers gathered at a press conference to discuss legislation aimed at banning harmful food additives.
Senator Seth Lewis is urging community members to participate in his "Valentines for Seniors" program, with the deadline for submissions approaching on February 7.
State Senator Seth Lewis has initiated his third annual "Valentines for Seniors" card drive, aiming to bring joy to seniors in the 24th Senate District.
Senator Seth Lewis has provided an update on new laws that took effect in Illinois on January 1, 2025.