CRIMINAL LAW
FBI agents make arrests of alleged large-scale methamphetamine distribution network. Following a two-week sting operation led by the FBI, eight Illinoisans are facing federal charges for running a drug ring.
Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois said the arrests and charges are the result of a regional anti-crime task force comprised of local, state, and federal authorities.
The group was tasked with dismantling violent criminal networks in the region.
The arrests are the result of an investigation that began in late May and went through early June.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois praised the actions of law enforcement and stated that they represented an intensified effort to fight against organized drug crime in Illinois. Prosecutors said the investigation is still ongoing and more arrests could be coming.
SHRED EVENT!!
Join me tomorrow in Millstadt to SHRED personal documents you no longer need! If you have old medical records, financial statements, or other sensitive information you’re looking to safely dispose of – now’s your chance!
Don’t forget to bring a canned food item to donate for our food pantry collection
If you have any questions, please contact me! 618-215-1050
I want to thank everyone who attended my Property Tax Appeal Seminar this week! We had a great turnout from the community and helped a lot of people understand the process of appealing their property tax bill!
Community Donations!
Between my monthly donation and community donations from my recent SHRED event, The Lebanon Matthew 25.40 Ministries food pantry is stocked up pretty good! This food pantry also helps the community in other ways.
The Community Care Coalition provides financial assistance, employment assistance, referrals to handle day-to-day or emergency situations while educating and strengthening the individual’s capacity for self-reliance.
Homeschool Bill Died in Senate
This year we stopped the overreaching Homeschool Act with would have placed unnecessary regulations on homeschool families across Illinois. I believe that parents should be allowed to choose the best educational environment for their children without intrusive government mandates. Read more about bill here.
Donate Extra Garden Harvest to Food Pantries
Families maintain and grow a number of fruits and vegetables in their own gardens in Illinois, and in many cases they produce more food than what they can consume. Once the harvest is complete, instead of letting this excess food go to waste, families can consider donating their fresh food to a local food pantry.
There are a number of organizations in Illinois that accept food donations, including churches, local food pantries, larger food banks and the Salvation Army. Residents can use search engine tools online to look up donation centers near them, or consult your local health department….learn more about donating to local food pantries.
Democrats continue eyeing delivery tax as next hike on taxpayers
I am totally against taxing Illinois residents for a delivery service. Legislation that would impose a $1.50 delivery tax on Illinois businesses did not pass both Chambers from the latest Spring Session. However, the tax hike proposal did pass in the Senate as part of HB 3438. This incredibly burdensome bill contained a LOT of costly proposals, as Democrats scrambled for a way to bail out Chicago’s transit funding woes.
The proposed delivery tax was universally panned by restaurants, small businesses, and major delivery services; and considering how reliant senior citizens and those with mobility issues are on delivery providers, this tax would be especially burdensome to vulnerable populations. Large third-party couriers such as DoorDash and Uber came out with harsh public statements on the proposed tax, and the backlash helped to stall the bill in the House. For now.
Resources for Veterans
The State of Illinois offers a variety of programs and resources for veterans and their families. Here you will find a collection of federal, state, and local services available to veterans on a wide variety of issues. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to give my office a call at (618)-215-1050 and a member of my constituent service team will be ready to assist you.
On behalf of all of us, thank you for your service to our country. Our community is grateful for your sacrifice in defense of our freedoms. Please feel welcome to let us know any way in which we can assist you or your family. Veteran Resources
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