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Thursday, February 12, 2026
Rep. Sheehan critical of bill to limit non-lethal force

State Representative Patrick Sheehan, who also serves as a southwest suburban police officer, is speaking out against a proposal by an Illinois Democrat to ban tear gas and pepper spray…


Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Rep. Patrick Sheehan sponsors package of legislation to improve public safety

On top of mind for the only suburban lawmaker to serve as an active law enforcement officer, State Representative Patrick Sheehan announced a package of legislation he has filed in…


Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Sheehan responds to Illinois Democrats’ latest attack on law enforcement

In the second week of January, on the first day of the Illinois State Senate’s Spring Session, progressive democrats filed Senate Bill 2820, their latest attack on law enforcement. Senate…


Friday, January 16, 2026
Good news for Illinois seniors: expanded property tax relief

State Representative Patrick Sheehan is encouraging senior homeowners to take advantage of the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program that was expanded through legislation passed during the fall 2025…


Sunday, January 11, 2026
Representative Patrick Sheehan works to prevent human trafficking

Awareness and prevention are at top of mind during Human Trafficking Prevention Month in January. State Representative Patrick Sheehan, a suburban law enforcement officer, is working to prevent human trafficking…


Friday, January 9, 2026
Rep. Patrick Sheehan hosts “Valentines for Seniors” Card Drive

This Valentine’s Day season, State Representative Patrick Sheehan is inviting the community to help brighten the day of local seniors with his “Valentines for Seniors” card drive. Running January 9…


Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Sheehan pours cold water on Pritzker’s ICE Accountability Commission

In a first meeting held during the busy holiday season, Governor JB Pritzker’s “Illinois Accountability Commission” took aim at federal law enforcement officials in town to enforce federal laws which…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Rep. Sheehan Launches Local Business Spotlight Program to Recognize Outstanding Local Businesses

HOMER GLEN…. State Representative Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) has started a new Local Business Spotlight program to promote businesses located in Illinois’ 37th House District. The initiative looks to recognize local…


Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Rep. Sheehan Introduces Resolution Declaring May 2025 as Law Enforcement Mental Health Awareness Month

HOMER GLEN, IL…. State Representative Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) recently filed new legislation declaring May 2025 as Law Enforcement Mental Health Awareness Month in Illinois. House Resolution 40 recognizes the ongoing mental health…


Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Rep. Sheehan Sponsors Bill to Streamline Driver’s License Renewals for Older Adults

HOMER GLEN, IL…. State Representative Patrick Sheehan (R-Lockport) announced that he is sponsoring new legislation aimed at reducing burdensome requirements for some Illinois motorists. House Bill 1226 would raise the…