Illinois District 70 State Representative Jeff Keicher
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Recent News About Illinois District 70 State Representative Jeff Keicher
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Keicher: "As the elimination of cash bail is set to take effect on September 18, it is more important than ever that our first responders are prepared for the ramifications this change poses to public safety"
On Sept. 1, Rep. Jeff Keicher joined Senator Don DeWitte, Sen. Dave Syverson, and Rep. Dan Ugaste to host a roundtable in Burlington. This event brought the legislators and local first responders together to discuss what the end of cash bail just might mean in their communities.
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Keicher: "The Illinois State Fair kicks off on August 10 and features some big names for the Grandstand line-up this year!"
The Illinois State Fair is back on Aug. 10, and promises a ton of fun for attendees, with concerts, carnival rides, and animals galore. Rep. Jeff Keicher shared information on the start of the fair in an Aug. 8 Facebook post. on Aug 8th.
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Keicher warns that 'positive batches of West Nile virus have been reported' in Illinois
As the calendar officially changes to the summer season, Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R- Sycamore) is warning his constituents about the dangers of mosquitos and West Nile virus.
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Keicher promotes 2023 Mayors' Memorial Day Breakfast
State Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) announced that he will co-sponsor the 2023 Mayors’ Memorial Day Breakfast next month.
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Rep. Keicher on new legislation: 'I’m optimistic'
Rep. Jeff Keicher announced that he is co-sponsoring legislation that focuses on fentanyl strip access in a Facebook post on Mar. 18.
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Keicher: 'It was an honor to speak in support of off shore wind on Friday'
In a March 26 Facebook post, Rep. Jeff Keicher shared the progress of a bill to create offshore wind energy pilot program.
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Keicher files bills to address 'unintended consequences' of BIPA laws
Last month Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) filed a pair of bills regarding biometric information collection, which were assigned to the House Judiciary-Civil Committee.
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Keicher: 'I argued strenuously against passage of this bill because rural property owners in Illinois deserve to have their rights respected'
In a Jan. 10 news release on his legislative website, Rep. Jeff Keicher spoke out about the passage of House Bill, which concerns wind turbines on Jan 10th.
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Keicher: 'Taxpayers have been beaten up by the number of local units of government that are able to levy residential property taxes'
In a Jan. 6 news release, Rep. Jeff Keicher lauds passage of House Bill 4228.
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Keicher encourages AAST contest vote: 'The top state will adorn the cover'
The American Association of State Troopers (AAST) opened for votes toward its 2022 Best Looking Cruiser Calendar Contest — a “bragging rights” opportunity for the Illinois State Police, Rep. Jeff Keicher said on Facebook.
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Keicher to meet with constituents in Maple Park
In a June 27 Facebook post, Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) announced traveling office hours in Maple Park on June 30.
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Keicher accuses Illinois GOMB budget report of 'shell games with dollars'
Every year the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) releases a report to the General Assembly that details economic intentions for the upcoming fiscal year and the next four fiscal years. This year’s report shows that the Fiscal Year 22 budget is balanced and Rep. Jeff Keicher weighed in on his findings from the report.
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Keicher, Illinois GOP survey ask: Do you think ethics reform should be a priority for Illinois lawmakers?
Republican state Rep. Jeff Keicher is seeking unity in the push for ethics reform in Springfield.
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Keicher questions changes to district maps: 'If there was no issue with the map viability ... why the revision?'
Critics are raising questions regarding Democratic-led efforts to revise Illinois legislative district maps.
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Keicher praises quick passage -- and positive yield -- of Data Center Incentive Bill
Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) was especially happy to hear a recent radio report saying an unidentified company is planning to open a knowledge-based business on the southern edge of DeKalb following the passage of the Data Center Incentive Bill.
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From DeKalb Times
Rep. Keicher hails passage of pension consolidation bill – 'Today was a win for the Illinois taxpayer'
Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) recently joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker in touting the passage of a bill designed to increase investment returns of police and fire pension systems through consolidation.
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From Rockford Sun
Amid corruption probes, Rep. Keicher resolves to 'remove bad actors' from state government in 2020
As the New Year approaches, Illinois House Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) is hopeful that federal corruption probes in Springfield may help state government finally turn a corner and take a new direction in 2020.
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From Rockford Sun
Rep. Keicher works with Partnership for Completion to open doors to higher ed
Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) recently participated in a student forum on the campus of Northern Illinois University in which students discussed the challenges they face trying to pursue an education.
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From Rockford Sun
Rep. Keicher, task force fight sexual abuse in wake of troubling admission by Chicago Public Schools
Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) is taking action in the wake of a Chicago Sun-Times report that over the past year, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) received nearly three complaints per school day alleging acts of sexual misconduct by adults against students.
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From Rockford Sun
Consolidation of public-safety pension funds 'is the most responsible step,' Rep. Keicher says
Illinois state Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) says his reasons are many for supporting a bill to consolidates the pension funds of 649 local police and fire departments.