Hello everyone, and welcome to my February E-Newsletter!
Our Spring Legislative Session has officially begun. Unfortunately, very few session days are scheduled in the first few months of the year. The nine days we have been in session since the new year have resulted in little substantive pieces of legislation being passed or meaningful work being done.
We spent our first week of session passing meaningless, non-binding resolutions, condemning the federal government. The people of Illinois are tired of the non-stop political grandstanding. They want us to get work done – not waste time and tax dollars for political soundbites.
While the majority party stays distracted, I’ve stayed focused on real solutions for Illinois families. This year, I filed twelve serious, thoughtful bills aimed at the issues people feel every day. They fall into three clear priorities: property tax relief, increasing access to affordable housing, and expanding career opportunities.
Stay tuned to next month’s newsletter for more details on these three bill packages.
We will be returning to Springfield for our next legislative session March 18-20.
Keep up to date with scheduled session and committee times here.
Watch session and committee meetings live here.
Response to State of the State Address
Last week, Governor Pritzker gave his annual State of the State and Budget Address. In response, I released the following statement:
“Yesterday, Governor J.B. Pritzker gave his annual State of the State and Budget Address. While there were a number of issues with his FY27 budget proposal, including $1 billion in increased spending and $728 million in new taxes and fees, there were a few issues where the Governor and I agree.
“Illinoisans don’t just want complaining – they want real solutions to the largest problems facing our communities. I hear the same issues brought to my office time and time again. Residents want lower property taxes, more career opportunities, and more affordable housing. These are bipartisan issues, and I’m glad the Governor highlighted them. But we can’t just talk, we need to take action.
“It’s why I filed bills to tackle these important issues:
- Property Tax Relief: House Bills 4290, 4299, 4317, and 4320.
- Career Opportunities and Educational Affordability: House Bills 1112, 4295, 4296, and 4386.
- Affordable Housing: House Bills 4387, 4389, 4852, and 5457.
“All of these bills provide real solutions to the issues facing our state. After today’s address, I’m hopeful the majority party will come to the table this session and help move these bills, as well as others filed by the House Republicans, forward in the legislative process.
“Let’s get to work for the people of Illinois.”
Museum Pass Request Form
Are you looking to visit one of the incredible museums across the Chicagoland area? Utilize my office’s FREE museum pass, allowing admission to any participating museum for up to four people.
Reservations are required and must be made by completing our request form. You may access this form by clicking here.
Keep Up to Date
For updates on my work in Springfield and our local communities, please visit my website at RepJedDavis.com or follow me on Facebook.
If you have questions, concerns, or comments, don’t hesitate to reach out at [email protected] or by phone at (331) 867-8200.
Serving you is the honor of a lifetime, and I’m grateful for your support as we tackle the challenges ahead.
Talk soon,
Jed Davis
IL State Representative
District 75