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Springfield Office:
260-W Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5199
Capitol Updates
District Updates
Annual Town of Normal Appreciation Reception in Normal
IL Education Association Reception at ISU’s Bone Student Center
2025 AARP Legislative Town Hall with Senator Koehler and Rep. Travis Weaver on Bradley’s campus in Peoria
Growmark tour and conversation in Bloomington
Boys and Girls Club and YMCA Camp Visit in Bloomington
Pride Night at the Miller Park Zoo
Visiting Bridgeway House at their home in Pekin, IL.
Bridgeway House is a nonprofit organization to support children and families of all income levels with autism and related disabilities.
Bridge groundbreaking for Home Sweet Home
Educational farm tour at Franklin Farms in Lexington, IL hosted by the Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy hosted an educational farm tour at Franklin Farms in Lexington, IL, inviting ISA staffers Jeff Hake and Liz Rupel, State Representative Sharon Chung, State Representative Regan Deering, IL The Illinois Environmental Council, Mclean County SWCD , ParkLands Foundation (Illinois), and National Farmers Union to learn how sustainable ag practices are reducing nutrient loss.
Farmer John Franklin and TNC highlighted several conservation features, including a prairie restoration project and two of three experimental wetlands. TNC’s 12 years of data show that the wetlands are reducing nitrogen runoff in some cases at 35% and up to 50%! As TNC scientist Dr. Maria Lemke noted, “Even the little itty-bitty wetland is making an impact.”
Wetlands naturally support biodiversity, store carbon, and regulate water flow by filtering pollutants, reducing floods, and releasing water during dry spells.
As Illinois faces increasing extreme weather—from heavy rains to dust storms—conservation practices like wetlands, cover crops, and buffer strips are more critical than ever. Yet, many farmers face barriers due to limited funding and technical assistance. Farm tours like this spotlight the value of in-field practices, importance of state and federal conservation programs and funding, and the vital role of conservation partners like Soil and Water Conservation Districts in protecting our soil, water, and climate.
Farmer John Franklin and TNC highlighted several conservation features, including a prairie restoration project and two of three experimental wetlands. TNC’s 12 years of data show that the wetlands are reducing nitrogen runoff in some cases at 35% and up to 50%! As TNC scientist Dr. Maria Lemke noted, “Even the little itty-bitty wetland is making an impact.”
Wetlands naturally support biodiversity, store carbon, and regulate water flow by filtering pollutants, reducing floods, and releasing water during dry spells.
As Illinois faces increasing extreme weather—from heavy rains to dust storms—conservation practices like wetlands, cover crops, and buffer strips are more critical than ever. Yet, many farmers face barriers due to limited funding and technical assistance. Farm tours like this spotlight the value of in-field practices, importance of state and federal conservation programs and funding, and the vital role of conservation partners like Soil and Water Conservation Districts in protecting our soil, water, and climate.
2025 Futures in History Camp
Representative Chung speaking with students at the Futures in History Camp held by the McLean County History Museum. https://mchistory.org/learn/futures-in-history-daycamp
Juneteenth 2025 Celebration in Miller Park
2025 Juneteenth Honorees—John H. Elliott, former Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe, and Councilwoman Chemberly Harris. Recognized for their lasting contributions to civic life and community well-being. A wonderful event for the whole family!
Flyover Film Studios tour in Rantoul
Experience Champaign-Urbana joined us as well as Mayor of Bloomington! These folks are making a huge impact in Central Illinois with their projects and it's incredible to see their work up close.
McLean County History Makers Gala 2025
Congratulations to Rob Fazzini, Fr. Doug Hennessy, and Sally Rudolph. Making an impact in our community for decades!
Carl and Travis Thacker from Carl's Pro Band
Congratulations for 30 years in business and happy retirement Carl!
Older Americans Month Breakfast at IBEW
Hosted by Illinois Alliance for Retired Americans.
Vertical Farm at ISU
Urban agriculture providing all of the cilantro for ISU Dining! *at least to start out, and more to come!
Bloomington Public Forum on Housing
City of Bloomington and Home Sweet Home held two public forums to discuss the new housing project, The Bridge.
Youth Education & Support Center Opening at Project Oz
Supporting youth in our community by providing numerous services and programming.
Girl Scouts Council-wide Awards Ceremony and Celebration
Congratulations to the Girl Scouts the dedicated volunteers!
Page-for-a-day
Three Normal West Asian Heritage Club members were with Representative Chung for a whole day at the Capitol.
Equality Illinois and Prairie Pride Coalition Town Hall
Joint Legislative Committee Breakfast
Illinois Association of Park Districts at Bull Run
Sunrise Rotary - Legislative Updates
Speaking with Rotarians about current legislation in process in the House.
The Immigration Project Tour and Updates
With various legal and social services offered, this incredible organization is working tirelessly to help support families!
Illinois Flag Design
clanincreative.com went over their design and it's deep roots in Illinois!
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