A Republican state lawmaker from Morton is sponsoring a bill making it illegal for insurance companies to place a time limit on anesthesia payment coverage. Rep. Bill Hauter, who represents…

Illinoisans can now vote on whether they want a new state flag. The Illinois Secretary of State’s office officially opened the voting portal on Friday, and votes will be accepted…

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. His vision for equality, justice, and peace changed our nation and our world. Today and…

This January, we celebrate National Blood Donor Month and the impact that blood donors have on our world. One donation can save lives and make all the difference for patients…

My Republican House colleague Rep. Charlie Meier of Okawville is urging men to get screened for prostate cancer after he was diagnosed with the disease. Doctors discovered the cancer after…

This month, the Illinois General Assembly returned to session, with a scheduled conclusion in May. During session, legislators spend a significant amount of time in Springfield. This can make it…

State Representative Bill Hauter (R-Morton) was sworn in today to the House of Representatives of the 104th General Assembly at Sangamon Auditorium in Springfield. “I am ready to get to…

The House is wrapping up the final days of the 103rd General Assembly early this week. The 104th General Assembly inauguration will take place at noon on Wednesday. You can…

A significant snowstorm is affecting central Illinois this weekend. Residents of our area are being encouraged to stay off the roads if at all possible, but if you must get…