I supported the passage of Senate Bill 402 which created new ethics standards for sexual harassment and House Bill 137 which removed the time limit to allow

SPRINGFIELD, IL –On November 4, the Legislative Ethics Commission appointed a new Inspector General, and both chambers took up legislation during the week seeking to

State lawmakers return to Springfield Nov. 7 for the final days of fall veto session. Lawmakers are expected to take up several pieces of new

Springfield – To help remember veterans, tell their incredible stories, and honor their legacy and sacrifice this upcoming Veterans Day, State Senator Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington)

New laws were signed this week to spur economic development, and protect property owners while targeting criminal activity. In other news, the Illinois Department of

A new law, sponsored by State Senator Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington), modifies police education requirements to allow for candidates to apply if they have at least

Springfield – Police Department’s will soon have an easier time hiring qualified police officers, thanks to legislation sponsored by State Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) and

Springfield – Units of Government will no longer be able to abuse certain outdated court rules to throw out appeals filed by citizens, thanks to

 Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington) issued the following statement following the announcement that Beth Purvis is leaving ISBE: “Secretary Purvis has served as a tireless advocate

Springfield – The state’s natural areas will get some new help with protection and conservation thanks to legislation sponsored by State Sen. Jason Barickman (R-Bloomington)