Yesterday, I had the privilege of hosting a roundtable discussion with local Fire Chiefs at the Mokena Fire Station! This event brought together Fire Chiefs from different departments all throughout…

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…

Martin Luther King Jr. was a shining example of hope, love, and justice. He continues to inspire our nation, reminding us of the vital importance of compassion, courage, and the…

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…

Late last year, my friend and colleague, Representative Charlie Meier, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after a routine blood test. Please keep Rep. Meier in your prayers as he begins…

Every day, across towns and cities, law enforcement officers quietly step into their roles as protectors, peacekeepers, and pillars of safety in our communities. They wear their badges as a…

Today is the first day of the 104th General Assembly, and we’re scheduled to meet at 10:00. You can follow along here: https://ilga.gov/houseaudvid.asp

SPRINGFIELD, IL…. State Representative Patrick Sheehan was sworn in for his first full term in the Illinois House of Representatives during the inauguration of the 104th General Assembly which took…

House Bill 4409 is the newest soft-on-crime initiative ushered in by State Democrats. By changing the use of the word ‘offenders’ to ‘justice-impacted individuals,’ we are diminishing the gravity of…

Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with love, laughter, and the spirit of the holiday season.